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YIRU CHEN

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Recent finance graduate seeking a consulting internship position to leverage analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities in contributing to project and client success. Strong academic background in Finance complemented by a passion for the business and technology industry. Developed analytical and problem-solving skills through creating financial models and identifying investment opportunities within market trends during coursework. Adept at listening to needs and conveying information, with sales and service expertise gained at the Centre for Demonstration Purposes. Eager to join a high-performing team that values diversity, develop hands-on experience, and form relationships with industry professionals to further career growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Advisor

Centre for Demonstration Services
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated with sales team leader and manager to optimize inventory management, resulting in a 15% reduction in overstocking and a 20% decrease in under-stocking over a 6-month period.
  • Implemented a new merchandising strategy, increasing product visibility and contributing to a 12% boost in sales for featured items.
  • Monitored sales items against invoice paperwork, identifying and resolving discrepancies with 99.5% accuracy, saving the company an estimated $10,000 annually in potential losses.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction scores by 25% through attentive listening and prompt resolution of inquiries, consistently achieving a 4.8/5 rating in customer feedback surveys.

Peer Educator

North Richmond Community Health Centre
08.2018 - 04.2019
  • Facilitated 24 interactive workshops and panel discussions, resulting in a 40% increase in community engagement and health awareness.
  • Designed and conducted pre- and post-program surveys, demonstrating a 75% increase in participants' health knowledge and a 60% improvement in preventive health behaviors.
  • Developed culturally sensitive educational materials in both English and Chinese, expanding program reach by 50% within the target community."

Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee

Whitehorse City Council
02.2016 - 01.2017
  • Organized and executed 7 youth-related activities annually, managing budgets up to $10,000 with a 98% accuracy rate in cost estimations.
  • Implemented a targeted social media campaign, increasing event awareness by 75% and boosting attendance by 50% compared to previous years.
  • Negotiated with local council to secure prime venues, reducing rental costs by 25% while improving event capacity by 40%.
  • Implemented a feedback system that led to a 40% improvement in activity ratings and a 90% recommendation rate from participants."

Youth Leader

Saint Vincent De Paul Foundation
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Planned and implemented 3 engaging activities per month for 50+ children aged 7-12 resulting in a 95% positive feedback rate from participants and parents.
  • Increased program attendance by 40% through strategic activity planning and personalized outreach to families.
  • Designed visually appealing brochures and created social media events, increasing program visibility by 60% and attracting 30% more inquiries from potential participants.
  • Implemented a comprehensive feedback system for the parents, collecting and analyzing data from 100+ parents, resulting in a 25% improvement in overall program satisfaction.

Tutor

Studywise Learning Centre
02.2014 - 11.2015
  • Created a library of 50+ real-life analogies and examples to explain abstract concepts, leading to a 35% increase in student engagement and a 25% boost in test scores.
  • Established strong rapport with 50+ students per semester, achieving a 95% positive feedback rate in end-of-term evaluations.
  • Implemented a personalized learning plan system, leading to an average grade improvement of 1.5 letter grades for 80% of struggling students within one semester.
  • Achieved a 98% pass rate for students in standardized tests, with 70% scoring in the top quartile.

Education

BA Commerce (Finance Major) -

Deakin University
Burwood, VIC
11.2021

Skills

    • Analytical
    • Presentation
    • Statistics
    • Problem Solving
      • Communication
      • Organisational
      • Customer service
      • Microsoft Excel

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sales Advisor

Centre for Demonstration Services
09.2022 - 09.2023

Peer Educator

North Richmond Community Health Centre
08.2018 - 04.2019

Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee

Whitehorse City Council
02.2016 - 01.2017

Youth Leader

Saint Vincent De Paul Foundation
03.2015 - 12.2015

Tutor

Studywise Learning Centre
02.2014 - 11.2015

BA Commerce (Finance Major) -

Deakin University
YIRU CHEN