Investment Society: Welfare Officer

I am running to be Vice President of the Investment Society because I will work towards helping us all get our dream jobs in finance.

I will make sure that our society brings in more big-name speakers, improve the current mentorship program and make it the best in the UK, and diversify opportunities through the huge UCL Finance Conference.

Right now, the mentorship programme is limited to an intake of few students each year, which must be increased and diversified across the board.

My goal is to give you more chances to learn, meet important people, and get ready for our amazing future. Together, we will make our society even more amazing and help each other succeed in the finance world.

My involvement as an executive and mentor in the investment society over the last year has deepened my interest and passion to contribute to this society. I plan to make changes in the committee's current work. I hope to use our foundation and enhance it to ensure the Investment Society is the place to be for anyone looking for a career in finance. I also aim to increase the socials we host to ensure that all members get adequate chances to network and meet like-minded individuals.

Here's why you should vote for me:

1. Elevating Our Society: I'll enhance our foundation to make our investment society the top choice for finance careers.

2. Empowering Your Success: I'll provide resources and support to help you thrive in finance.

3. Expanding Networking: More social events mean more chances to connect with others in the field.

4. Your Voice Matters: I'll advocate for ensuring our society meets your needs.

Together, let's make our investment society the best it can be.

I appreciate your support.

My name is Yihui Gao, and I am a second-year student studying Education at the IOE. As a nominee for the UCL Investment Society Welfare Officer, I aim to foster inclusivity & collaboration in our society and provide quality wellbeing mentoring. My teaching experience has honed my ability to engage diverse perspectives, ensuring our members feel heard and valued. Moreover, my HR experience has equipped me with skills in employee relationship management, enabling me to prioritize the wellbeing of our members and create a welcoming environment.

What Can I offer? 

Insider insights to succeed! (100% legal)🤫🧏‍♂️: You are a corporate weapon, and the grind never stops. I can guide you on career prospects, leveraging my experience as a former intern recruiter for a Fortune 500 company. In addition, my experience with HCM experts at Goldman Sachs has given me extensive knowledge of how prestigious financial institutions evaluate candidates.

No Spring Weeks😔? I Got You!: We all know the feeling of getting ghosted by a recruiter! I am here to help; my one-on-one counseling can help you go through emotional downtimes throughout the academic year, especially during the application stages, enabling resilience and fostering a positive outlook for your future career opportunities.

As a career advisor, therapist, and caring colleague, I am committed to assisting individuals seeking advice. You can rely on me as a trustworthy friend who will guide you in making informed decisions.

For people interested in investing sector, it is not surprising that they are stressed out for CV, internships or more importantly, their future. Alongside with events and talks that would help them in terms of aquiring investment related knowledge, it is also vital for them to be supported and guided to remain a positive mindset to keep thriving on their career paths. I would be an excellent candidate for the welfare officer role as not only I am passionate about investments, but also I am a reliable team member. I will create such an environment where everyone would feel valued, respected and supported regarding their investing or other related endeavours if given the opportunity.