Why did you choose LSE, and why did you choose your programme of study?

I chose LSE due to it's global reputation but also because it is the best university in the UK for my specific degree subject.

Overall, how do you look back on your LSE experience?

I look back on my time at LSE with really fond memories - although my time there flew by! It was good fun being in London and meeting people from all over the globe, but it is also a place where everyone takes their studies seriously and so you're naturally encouraged to work very hard. Looking back, the focus and determination I had to succeed at university has continued with me and certainly helped me with my career to date.

Please describe your career path to date:

I left LSE and worked at City University London for 9 months. This started out as a temp job so I could earn money to go travelling. Once I had been travelling, I moved into the world of Learning and Professional Development, working at the Mind Gym. After a year, I decided to leave as there wasn't much room to progress. Since then, I've been working for the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for their Academy of Professional Development.

Why did you choose your current job?

I chose my current job as I really enjoy working in Learning and Development. As an account manager, my role is very varied and offers great exposure to a range of clients and stakeholders.

Tell us about your current job:

My current job is based at the ICAEW's London offices. I manage all aspects of programme delivery for clients, from the finance side (invoicing, raising POs etc) and managing the facilitator relationships, to the final evaluation stage. In terms of skills, you need to be able to juggle several different projects and programmes at once, so attention to detail and great organisation is really important. Relationship building is also key to grow the client accounts and maintain the supplier relationships.

What advice do you have for LSE students who are looking to enter a similar profession to you?

Work hard and grab all opportunities you're given during your time at LSE. When you look back, you'll appreciate the confidence and skills gained, which you don't necessarily appreciate at the time, but they will most definitely help you early on in your career.