Charles Palfree
Business Economics Student at University of Reading
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Analytical and commercially driven Business Economics student at the University of Reading (on track for a high 2:1) with hands-on sales experience in a customer-facing retail environment. Strong interest in marketing strategy, consumer behaviour, and data-driven decision-making. Currently developing skills in R for statistical analysis and marketing insight generation.
Seeking a marketing placement to combine analytical thinking with commercial awareness to support brand growth and campaign performance.
Experience
Sales Assistant - Dragon Antiques
(2023-07 - 2024-07)
- Sold antique goods ranging from £50 to £5,000, contributing directly to company revenue
- Engaged with customers to understand needs and recommend suitable products
- Applied consultative selling and upselling techniques to maximise transaction value
- Built strong client relationships, encouraging repeat purchases and referrals
- Restored and prepared antique clocks for resale, maintaining high presentation standards
- Managed customer enquiries and negotiations while balancing commercial objectives with satisfaction
Assistant Tennis Coach - Duffield Tennis Club
(2022-07 - 2024-09)
- Delivered engaging training sessions tailored to varied age groups
- Adapted communication style to maximise participation and retention
- Developed leadership and motivational skills in performance-focused environments
Committee Member - University of Reading Tennis Club
(2025-09)
- Contributed to organising events for 200+ members
- Assisted with member communications and engagement initiatives
- Collaborated within a team to improve club visibility and participation
Education
BSc - Business Economics - University of Reading (2028-06)
A-Levels - Mathematics, Economics, Chemistry
GCSEs - Nine including Mathematics (7) and English (4), five at Grade 7 or above
