Thomas Skey

Commercially minded graduate with experience in sales, stakeholder management and client-facing roles. Resilient and adaptable, with strong communication, negotiation and networking skills developed through commercial, hospitality and teaching experience. Seeking a career in broking, international markets and business development.

English Language Teacher at Holmes Education Group (2026-06 – Present)

• Deliver English lessons to international students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Communicate clearly and adapt explanations to suit different individuals.
• Build positive relationships and encourage confidence and participation.
• Strengthen communication, presentation and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Porter at Estelle Manor (2025-07 – 2025-12)

• Delivered exceptional service in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, consistently engaging with high networth international clientele.
• Developed resilience and composure while operating in a fast-paced client-facing setting.
• Built rapport with guests from diverse cultural backgrounds and managed requests professionally and discreetly.

Commercial Intern at L'Oreal Groupe (2023-07 – 2024-07)

• Supported the commercial team in driving retail performance, promoting products, and building key buyer partnerships.
• Negotiated with multiple external agencies to coordinate national campaigns, ensuring smooth promotional processes and on-time store implementation.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (marketing, finance, supply chain) to deliver promotions and launches under tight deadlines.
• Strengthened persuasion and relationship-management skills through adapting communication style to different stakeholders.
• Produced Excel based sales analysis and commercial reporting to support decision making across the commercial department.

Counsellor at Oxford Royale Academy (2022-06 – 2022-08)

• Supervised the well-being of international students, ensuring smooth integration into academic and social life.
• Organised and delivered events, improving planning and leadership skills.
• Enhanced public speaking and problem-solving ability through daily communication with students and staff.

Placement at Perdix Partnership Land Agency (2026-05 – 2026-05)

• Completed a one-week placement involving client meetings, property inspections and rural property analysis.
• Met directly with private landowners, including high-net-worth clients, gaining first-hand experience of relationship-focused professional advisory services.

BSc in Business and Management with Industrial Experience: Business Studies – University of EXETER (2021-09 – 2025-07)

A-Levels – D'Overbroecks Sixth Form College (2019-09 – 2021-06)