Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Professional Development
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Aeron Santos

Sydney

Summary

Resilient and results-driven professional with a background in investigations, stakeholder engagement, and risk assessment across the public sector, Army Reserves, and KOSEC, where I completed an elite advisory training program focused on investment strategy, client engagement, and competitor analysis. Currently transitioning into property investment and sales, I bring strong analytical skills, the ability to build rapport, and a proven track record of delivering outcomes under pressure. Passionate about real estate and personal growth, I am quick to learn, highly coachable, and motivated to help everyday Australians make smarter wealth-building decisions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Investment Banker Traineeship

KOSEC – Kodari Securities
04.2025 - Current

Selected for elite pre-employment advisory training program at one of Australia’s leading wealth management firms.


Key Highlights:

  • Completed KOSEC’s intensive pre-start program focused on investment strategy, technology tools, and client engagement
  • Gained working knowledge of KOSEC’s 6-step investment framework, including macroeconomic and microeconomic analysis, technical indicators, and proprietary valuation models (Buffett 2.0, Livermore AI)
  • Conducted detailed competitor analysis across full-service brokerages, fund managers, and fintech platforms
  • Delivered a client-facing presentation on KOSEC’s market positioning, strategy, and product suite
  • Demonstrated initiative, professionalism, and industry readiness throughout onboarding phase

Note: Training concluded prematurely due to internal team-related matters unrelated to performance.

Risk Assessor (Recruitment)

Department of Communities and Justice
10.2020 - 04.2025

As a member of the Pre-Employment Screening team, I gather comprehensive background data on potential hires, evaluating their suitability and potential impact on the organisation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assessing intricate and sensitive information to discern the optimal course of action within a fast-paced setting
  • Gather information in accordance with legal and business standards
  • Analyse information rigorously to assess its integrity and significance in evaluations, ensuring sound and evidence-based decision-making processes
  • Offer expert guidance to recruitment teams and delegates on potential hires, ensuring informed decision-making and optimising candidate selection processes

Infantry Soldier, Army Reserves

Department of Defence
01.2023 - Current

In the Army Reserves, I train and collaborate closely within a cohesive team to achieve shared objectives. This part-time role hones my unit-based contributions through regular Tuesday and weekend training sessions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Working collaboratively with other units to locate enemies using patrolling and reconnaissance techniques
  • Working with other units to provide security
  • Following strict orders from my chain of command
  • Learning vital survival tactics and handling weapons in a fast-paced environment

Pre-Employment & Recruitment Officer

Department of Communities and Justice NSW
09.2017 - 09.2020

In this role, I was responsible for managing key aspects of the recruitment process, with a strong focus on compliance, candidate assessment, and stakeholder engagement. I supported high-volume recruitment campaigns across a range of roles, helping to streamline processes and improve hiring outcomes.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conducted comprehensive pre-employment checks including fingerprinting, identity verification, and criminal history assessments in line with departmental policy.
  • Facilitated and coordinated recruitment assessments across varied positions, from frontline Correctional Officers to corporate and IT roles.
  • Supported end-to-end recruitment operations, including applicant tracking, panel coordination, interview logistics, and onboarding activities.
  • Delivered group candidate briefings and ensured consistent, clear communication with internal stakeholders to align recruitment activities with workforce needs.
  • Contributed to the continuous improvement of recruitment procedures to enhance candidate experience and operational efficiency.

Education

Certificate III - Investigative Services

Australian School of Security and Investigations

Project Management Fundamentals - undefined

Australian Institute of Management
01.2022

Bachelor of Health Science - undefined

Western Sydney University
01.2016

Skills

  • Stakeholder Relationship Management
  • Consultative Communication
  • Resilience Under Pressure
  • Presentation & Public Speaking
  • Sales Aptitude
  • Research & Risk Analysis

Hobbies and Interests

Real Estate and Wealth Strategy, Personal Development & Mentorship, Strength Training & Fitness

Professional Development

  • Self-directed learning in property investment strategy, buyer psychology, and sales fundamentals
  • Regularly attend webinars, investor events, and property forums to stay informed on the Australian market

Timeline

Investment Banker Traineeship

KOSEC – Kodari Securities
04.2025 - Current

Infantry Soldier, Army Reserves

Department of Defence
01.2023 - Current

Risk Assessor (Recruitment)

Department of Communities and Justice
10.2020 - 04.2025

Pre-Employment & Recruitment Officer

Department of Communities and Justice NSW
09.2017 - 09.2020

Project Management Fundamentals - undefined

Australian Institute of Management

Bachelor of Health Science - undefined

Western Sydney University

Certificate III - Investigative Services

Australian School of Security and Investigations
Aeron Santos