I am Jake Convery, a Mathematics and Economics undergraduate at the University of Glasgow with a strong foundation in analytics, quantitative reasoning, and research. I co-founded Synergo, a virtual assistant startup, where I manage client onboarding, nurture relationships, and support product adoption while juggling full-time university studies. I also write and analyze for Convery Insights, a blog focused on economics and geopolitics, producing fact-based analyses of global developments and their economic impact. With experience in leadership, operations, and client-facing roles, I am deeply interested in finance, policy, and making data-driven decisions.

Jake Convery

I am Jake Convery, a Mathematics and Economics undergraduate at the University of Glasgow with a strong foundation in analytics, quantitative reasoning, and research. I co-founded Synergo, a virtual assistant startup, where I manage client onboarding, nurture relationships, and support product adoption while juggling full-time university studies. I also write and analyze for Convery Insights, a blog focused on economics and geopolitics, producing fact-based analyses of global developments and their economic impact. With experience in leadership, operations, and client-facing roles, I am deeply interested in finance, policy, and making data-driven decisions.

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I am Jake Convery, a Mathematics and Economics undergraduate at the University of Glasgow with a strong foundation in analytics, quantitative reasoning, and research. I co-founded Synergo, a virtual assistant startup, where I manage client onboarding, nurture relationships, and support product adoption while juggling full-time university studies.

I also write and analyze for Convery Insights, a blog focused on economics and geopolitics, producing fact-based analyses of global developments and their economic impact. With experience in leadership, operations, and client-facing roles, I am deeply interested in finance, policy, and making data-driven decisions.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Co-Founder & Client Success Manager at Synergo
September 1, 2024 - Present
Co-founded a virtual assistant agency serving small businesses globally; manage client onboarding, ongoing relationships, and retention; collaborate with operations and product teams to improve service delivery and user experience; collect and analyse client feedback to inform improvements; contribute to early-stage growth strategy while balancing full-time university studies.
Front Desk Supervisor at Joivy
June 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Managed a team of receptionists in a high-volume student accommodation environment; oversaw daily operations, scheduling, and administrative reporting; delivered consistent customer service while handling operational issues independently.
Receptionist (Temporary) at Verdant
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Coordinated front-of-house operations for a multi-tenant commercial building; managed visitor access and supported smooth daily operations.
Work Experience Programme at HSBC
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Gained exposure to banking operations, financial services, and marketing strategy; developed understanding of large-scale financial institutions and commercial decision-making.

Education

BSc (Hons) Mathematics & Economics at University of Glasgow
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2027

Qualifications

Duke of Edinburgh Award – Bronze & Silver (Gold in progress)
January 11, 2030 - January 29, 2026
ABRSM Grade 8 Trumpet (Merit)
January 11, 2030 - January 29, 2026
ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory
January 11, 2030 - January 29, 2026
RLSS NPLQ Lifeguard Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment