Matt Wade

Ambitious and analytically minded Business Management graduate from Northumbria University, with a First Class Honours degree, seeking a graduate role in financial services consulting. Someone who is genuinely curious about how organisations operate, how change is delivered and how technology and data can solve real business challenges. Proven ability to analyse complex information, present structured recommendations and work collaboratively in fast-paced environments.

Cocktail Server - Hotel Gotham - Newcastle upon Tyne

(2025-09 - 2026-08)

Delivered consistently high standards of service in a prestigious luxury hotel environment, managing multiple high-value guest relationships at the same time.

• Built rapid rapport with corporate and high-net-worth guests, tailoring communication style to individual expectations and needs.
• Maintained composure, discretion and professionalism during high-pressure service periods.

Bartender - Gino D'Acampo Worldwide Restaurants Ltd - Newcastle upon Tyne

(2024-11 - 2025-09)

Managed a high volume of customer interactions while consistently delivering a positive, personalised experience.

• Developed calm and effective objection-handling skills when supporting demanding guests.
• Used upselling and cross-selling techniques to recommend premium products and increase revenue per cover.

BA (Hons) - Business Management - Northumbria University (2023 - 2026)

A Levels - Business, Media Studies, History - Long Road Sixth Form College (2021 - 2023)

GCSEs - English, Maths, Dual Award Science, Geography, History, Design Technology - Bishop's Stortford College (2008 - 2020)