Niall Hanahoe
Galway
Summary
Ambitious university graduate seeking employment. Strong technical, organisational and interpersonal skills with proven successes both leading and working as part of a team. Dedicated sportsperson with experience playing at a high level. Education and interest in finance and economics. EU citizen.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Analyst
Smyths Toys Superstores
Galway
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with the Buying and Finance teams to drive strategic initiatives.
- Delivered high-impact reports that directly influenced key decisions at the director level.
- Led the coordination of annual review meetings, ensuring teams consistently met or exceeded targets.
- Spearheaded market research efforts, uncovering new business opportunities that supported growth strategies.
English Teacher
Vaughan Systems
Barcelona
02.2024 - Current
- Relocated to a non-English-speaking country and established myself as a self-employed English teacher.
- Delivered tailored business English lessons to high-level corporate professionals, both online and in person.
- Drove measurable improvements in student proficiency through the implementation of the Vaughan method.
- Developed and executed personalised lesson plans for each student, ensuring consistent progress and engagement.
Sales Assistant
McCambridges of Galway
Galway
06.2019 - 02.2023
- Cultivated strong client relationships, securing repeat business and customer loyalty.
- Developed expertise in store operations, including opening/closing procedures, money handling, and merchandising.
- Led training for new team members, ensuring efficient onboarding and adherence to key store processes.
- Achieved proficiency in selling luxury items.
- Balanced academic and sporting commitments with consistent employment.
Education
BSc Financial Mathematics and Economics -
University of Galway
05.2023
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language -
The TEFL Academy
02.2024
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Mathematics
- Coding
- Statistical Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Modelling
- Econometrics
- Microsoft Excel
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Educational Instruction
Accomplishments
- Captained Salthill Knocknacarra's adult Junior Gaelic football team in 2023 at age 22.
- Treasurer of the Business Society in the University of Galway at age 21.
- Scholarship athlete for University of Galway rugby team at age 18.
- Vice-captain of Coláiste Iognáid senior cup rugby team at age 17.
Extracurricular Activities
University of Galway, 05/2022 - 05/2023
Treasurer of the Business Society
- Led the successful execution of the Commerce Ball, a 1000-guest event that generated the first profit in four years, amounting to €10,000.
- Managed society spending across 15+ contractors, overseeing payments exceeding €25,000, and directed a committee of 11 members, ensuring efficient operations and financial oversight.
Affiliations
Gaelic Football
- Currently play for Salthill Knocknacarra GAA at senior level, having won 5 county A championship titles at underage level. Captained teams at various levels, most recently 2023. Played for Coláiste Iognáid for six years, winning a Connacht title. Represented Galway West regional team at u14, u15 and u16.
Rugby
- Played for Coláiste Iognáid for 6 years, appointed vice-captain of the senior cup team. Played for Galwegians RFC for 6 years, winning the Connacht A cup and league. Selected for Connacht provincial team at u16, u17 and u18. Played for University of Galway at u20, winning the league.
Languages
English
First Language
Irish
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Spanish
Beginner
A1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English Teacher
Vaughan Systems
02.2024 - Current
Business Analyst
Smyths Toys Superstores
05.2023 - 12.2023
Sales Assistant
McCambridges of Galway
06.2019 - 02.2023
BSc Financial Mathematics and Economics -
University of Galway
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language -
The TEFL Academy
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