matthew@matthewashley.co.uk
https://cv.matthewashley.co.uk
(+44) 7383975616
London, United Kingdom
Holder of a full UK driving licence
Member of the Political Studies Association
A few words about me
During both of my degrees I have honed my ability to use a wide range of research tools and methodologies, to develop a through evidence-based understanding of complex issues, as indicated by my Masters thesis. I have attained a high level of data analysis and am familiar with varying tools to get a clear and objective sense of the facts on any issue. Throughout my academic career I have utilised my critical thinking, creative, persuasive communication and collaboration skills.
I have successfully combined work and other commitments showing myself to be self-motivated, organised and capable of working under pressure. I have a clear, logical mind with a practical approach to problem solving and a drive to see things through to completion. I enjoy working on my own initiative or in a team. I am reliable, trustworthy, hardworking, innovative and eager to learn and have a genuine interest in current affairs and policy analysis.
I am a IAM Advanced Driver
An overview of my educational background
MSc International Public Policy - Merit
Modules Completed: Implementation and Evaluation, Theories of Policy Making Process, International Public Policy: Concepts and Practice, Globalisation and the International Political Economy of Development.BA (Hons.) Politics, Philosophy and Economics - 2.1
Began studying towards a BA (Honours) in
Politics, Philosophy and Economics in February
2012. Completed modules ranging from
Exploring Philosophy, Power, dissent, and equality, Running the Economy and International Relations.
Economics Project: What were the main strengths and
weaknesses of the EU carbon trading scheme at Phase
2? An economic analysis.
International Relations Project: In what ways is security still central to other areas of international relations?
Debutant Français
Began studying towards A1.1 French, with an aim to C2 Fluency. Member of the Institut Français, visit the Bistro and cinema to deepen my knowledge of French language and culture.
BSc (Hons.) Motorsport Technology
Studied towards a BSc (Honours) Motorsport Technology in October 2008. Completed modules Basic Electrical Engineering, Basic Mathematical Methods and Basic Mechanical Engineering.
Advanced Engineering Diploma (Level 3 - Completed)
Studied and completed an Advanced Engineering Diploma in October 2005. Modules studied ranged from Static Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Computer-aided design and Computer Engineering. Achieved my diploma in May 2008.
9 GCSEs inc. English, Maths and Science
Attended Southgate School from 2000 to 2005 and gained 9 GCSEs.
This is what I am good at
Over 10 years Customer Service Experience as a Supervisor and General Merchandise Assistant at a busy Sainsbury's superstore in North London.
Currently I am in the process of learning French to fluency (C2) with the Institut Français, this will be followed by German, once C2 level has been achieved with French. Throughout my work and academic career, I have shown that I have an innate abilty to learn and adapt quickly, with a excellent attention to detail.
Able to communicate effectively when working within a team or dealing with clients. The extensive experience above displaying, an excellent record of deliverance in customer facing roles with my years of experience in retail.
Continually seeking to advance my knowledgebank by taking FutureLearn courses and attending events. Always seeking self-improvement, particularly on topics regarding Politics or Economics. The certificates I have attained can be viewed below. One notable course taken was Right vs Might in International Relations provided by the University of Glasgow. This increased knowledge of international law and legal responses to terrorism significantly by the end of this course.
Expertise in Customer Service
I have over 10 years of experience working in a busy environment. I am currently a supervisor at Sainsbury's and my role is to ensure an efficient checkout process whilst making sure exceptional customer service is delivered on over 30 tills.Expertise in Research
Whilst attending and participating in events during my Masters in International Public Policy, I became interested in many facets of UK and international political and economic debates. I am particularly passionate about behavioural policies and the end stages of the policy process, the implementation stage.
This lead to my authoring of research articles where I researched and summarised complex issues with accuracy and at speed. Examples are; the closure/lack of investment of rail infrastructure and the effect it has had on inequality for local people, more recently I have conducted research into behavioural policies in order to increase rail patronage and food security and inequality.
Research
Teamwork and Leadership
Active Listening and Social Perceptiveness
Innovation
A showcase of
courses/projects/continuing professional development certificates (CPD) that I have obtained, and books that I
have read or am in the process of reading.
Note: Please click the links to visit to access the material.
Current/previous employers.
Barclays Bank
Period: March 2023 - Present
Job type: Full-time
Location: St. Albans & Hemel Hempstead
Barclays, Full Time, St. Albans & Hemel Hempstead
Sainsbury's Supermarket
Period: May
2011 - January 2023
Job type: Full-time
Location: Winchmore Hill, London
References: Sainsbury's,
681
Green Lanes, London, N21 3RS
Sainsbury's, Full Time Supervisor, Winchmore Hill
The Hub, Waltham Cross, Broxbourne
Period: November 2021 - May 2022
Job type: Part-time
Location:Waltham Cross
References:
Citizens Advice, Part time, Waltham Cross, Broxbourne
Policy Tracker - London
Period: July 2019 - November 2019
Job type: Part-time
References: Here
Policy Tracker, Part Time Policy Researcher, London
Novenet Limited
Period:
March 2010 - August 2016
Job type: Part-time
London: Enfield, London
References: N/A
Day to day running on a Internet Services company, providing Website Hosting, Database repair, Server installs and other internet services.
Sainsbury's Local
Period: January 2010 -
August 2010
Job type:Part-time
Location: Oxford, Northgate
References: N/A
Working in a Sainsbury's Local whilst studying
Mitchells and Butlers
Period: July 2007
- August 2009
Job type:
Part-time
Location:Enfield, London
References:
N/A
Serving guests in a challenging busy environment, night and day.
Pastilles Networks - Webhosting and Webservices Business
Period: December
2005 - March 2010
Job type:
Part-time
Location:Enfield, London
References:
N/A
Day to day running on a Internet Services company, providing Website Hosting, Database repair, Game Hosting and other internet services.
Conferences and Events attended
Nottingham, England, UK
Period: 15th - 17th April 2019
Event: Conference
References: N/A
Conference participant with the Political Studies Association, titled "(Un)Sustainable Politics in a Changing World".
Cardiff, Wales, UK
Period: 26th - 28th March 2018
Event: Conference
References: N/A
Conference participant with the Political Studies Association, titled "Politics of Our Times: Asking the Difficult Questions".
Brussels, Belgium
Period: 7th September 2017
Event: Conference
References: N/A
Four day study trip with the International association of Political Science Students (IAPSS) to Paris with the subtitle "What kind of liberty, equality and fraternity?".
Liverpool, UK
Period: 22nd June 2017
Event: Early Career Network Conference
References: N/A
Conference participant with the Political Studies Association (Early Career Network), subtitled "Critical junctures at Home and Abroad: 12 Months Since Brexit".
IAPSS, Paris, France
Period: 2nd -
6th November 2016
Event: Study trip
References: Certificate of
achievement gained
Four day study trip with the International association of Political Science Students (IAPSS) to Paris with the subtitle "What kind of liberty, equality and fraternity?".
IAPSS, Brussels. Belgium
Period: 15th -
19th March 2016
Event: Study trip
References: Certificate of
achievement gained
Three day study trip with the International association of Political Science Students (IAPSS) to Brussels with the subtitle "the EU under threat".
What interests me
Enjoy keeping up to date with technology. Interests include history, languages, and staying up to date with news and politics both nationally and internationally. Also enjoy watching Formula One, playing badminton, and go-karting.
Working in a small team grown out of a hobby
Working in computing before I started my company, focusing on computer repairs, small network set-up and virus removals. Founded my own webhosting company Novenet Limited, which ran a webhost and politics forums. Recently finished a design in partnership with someone else, and write on my own personal blog when I can (often on political/economic topics).
Points of interest: Climate Economics, European Politics, Democracy, The Arab Spring
I have a keen interest in the policy process.
Points of interest: The UK Housing Crisis, Inequality, Global Food Security, Colonialism and it's legacy in the 21st century
I regularly attend events on all points of interest. My Masters thesis is on the topic of Food Security.
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