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Siri Grachangnetara

Siri Grachangnetara

2nd Year Finance Student At Durham University
Haslemere,

Summary

Practical experience in financial markets through Barclays Insight Programme and Amplify-ME Trading Simulation, with a focus on investment analysis, portfolio decision-making, and risk assessment. Skilled in analytical research, strategy development, and teamwork within professional and simulation-based environments, as well as contribution to asset management strategies that balance risk, return, and long-term value creation. Dependable in delivering results and supporting team goals.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Trading Analyst

AmplifyME
04.2024 - 04.2024
  • Facilitated decision-making in a professional trading simulation, managing a virtual portfolio of £500k across multiple asset classes and responding to 10+ real-time market events


  • Analysed market trends, sector performance, and risk exposures across 5–10 asset types, producing actionable insights that guided investment decisions


  • Tracked portfolio performance metrics to evaluate diversification effectiveness and returns.

Research Assistant

Barclays
03.2023 - 03.2023
  • Influenced research on improving accessibility and efficiency in banking services for clients with disabilities, proposing actionable strategies with potential impact on hundreds of users.


  • Evaluated practical solutions using structured analysis, balancing client needs and operational feasibility.


  • Synthesised findings into actionable insights to enhance client service efficiency.

Volunteer

Godalming & Villages Community Store
01.2023 - 03.2023

Volunteered at a local community food store in Godalming, assisting with day-to-day operations and supporting local residents in need, developing teamwork, organisation, and communication skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Durham University
Durham
06-2027

No Degree - A-levels

Charterhouse School
Godalming, Surrey
06-2024

Skills

  • Financial analysis and modelling
  • Portfolio management principles
  • Risk assessment
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Team collaboration and project work
  • Market research and macroeconomic analysis
  • Time management and prioritisation
  • Valuation techniques
  • Excel for data evaluation

Timeline

Trading Analyst

AmplifyME
04.2024 - 04.2024

Research Assistant

Barclays
03.2023 - 03.2023

Volunteer

Godalming & Villages Community Store
01.2023 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Durham University

No Degree - A-levels

Charterhouse School
Siri Grachangnetara2nd Year Finance Student At Durham University