Seeking Investment Banking Insight & Spring Programmes

Caolan McCreilly Risk & Markets

BSc Financial Risk Management student at Queen's University Belfast with a strong quantitative foundation built through Mathematical Olympiads and A-Level Mathematics. Combining analytical rigour with proven leadership to build a career in Investment Banking.

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Candidate Snapshot

BSc FRM · QUB

AAB

A-Levels incl. Maths (A)

0+

Campers overseen daily

Olympiad

Mathematics competitor

SMF

Student Managed Fund

Queen's University Belfast, Northern Ireland

01 · Profile

Quantitative. Disciplined. Ambitious.

I am a first-year BSc Financial Risk Management student at Queen's University Belfast, studying Maths for Finance, Financial Reporting and Analysis, and Economics. My interest in markets is grounded in mathematics: I have competed in numerous Mathematical Olympiads and achieved an A in A-Level Mathematics.

Beyond the classroom, I am an active member of the Student Managed Fund and the Queen's Finance and Actuarial Society, building practical exposure to investment analysis from the start of my degree. As a Camp Counsellor in Maryland, I took responsibility for more than 60 young people every day, developing the composure, leadership and communication that a high-performance banking team demands.

Core Strengths

Quantitative problem solving
Risk awareness & financial analysis
Leadership under responsibility
Clear, confident communication

02 · Education

Academic Record

BSc Financial Risk Management

Queen's University Belfast

2026 – Present

A rigorous programme combining financial theory, quantitative methods and economics, with a focus on identifying, measuring and managing financial risk.

Core Modules

Maths for Finance

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Foundations of Economics 1

A-Levels

2026

MathematicsA
PsychologyA
Business StudiesB

03 · Experience

Work Experience

Camp Counsellor

Camp Airy · Thurmont, Maryland, USA

Jun 2026 – Aug 2026

Held day-to-day responsibility for the safety and supervision of 60+ young people in an unfamiliar international setting, requiring sound judgement and constant risk awareness.
Demonstrated leadership by organising and running structured drills, setting clear expectations and motivating groups to perform.
Communicated clearly and adapted quickly in a fast-paced environment, working closely with colleagues from a range of backgrounds.

Leadership Responsibility Communication Adaptability

Why it matters for banking

Working abroad with full accountability for others built the resilience, reliability and attention to detail needed to perform under pressure, the same qualities expected of an analyst on a live deal.

International experience · USA

04 · Skills

Skills & Capabilities

Mathematical Ability

Competed in numerous Mathematical Olympiads, tackling complex, unfamiliar problems with logic and precision under time pressure.

Financial Analysis

Developing core skills in interpreting financial statements and company performance through Financial Reporting and Analysis.

Leadership & Teamwork

Proven ability to lead groups, take responsibility for others and communicate clearly, built through counselling and officiating.

05 · Involvement

Societies & Interests

Markets

Student Managed Fund

Active member, gaining hands-on exposure to equity research and portfolio discussions alongside fellow students.

Industry

Finance & Actuarial Society

Active member of the Queen's Finance and Actuarial Society, engaging with industry events and building a network across financial services.

Community

Volunteer Referee & Umpire

Frequently volunteer to officiate at my local sports club, making fair, decisive calls under pressure in front of players and spectators.

06 · Contact

Let's connect

I am actively seeking Investment Banking insight days, spring weeks and early-career opportunities. I would welcome the chance to learn from your team and show what I can contribute.

Email

cmccreilly01@qub.ac.uk

Phone

07711 210 668

Caolan McCreilly