David Halford
About David Halford
David Halford is a Financial Engineer at First Derivatives in Newry, Northern Ireland, where he has worked since September 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics from Dublin City University, where he graduated in 2020.
Work at First Derivatives
David Halford has been employed as a Financial Engineer at First Derivatives since September 2020. His role is based in Newry, Northern Ireland, where he has contributed to various financial engineering projects. First Derivatives is known for its expertise in data analytics and consulting services, particularly in the finance sector.
Previous Experience in Brand Ambassadorship
Before joining First Derivatives, David worked as a Brand Ambassador at two agencies, Verve The Live Agency and DollHouse The Agency, both located in Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. His tenure at these agencies lasted from 2019 to 2020, where he engaged in promotional activities and brand representation.
Educational Background in Financial Mathematics
David Halford studied Financial Mathematics at Dublin City University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a 2.1 classification. His academic journey spanned from 2016 to 2020, equipping him with essential skills in quantitative analysis and financial modeling.
Diverse Work Experience
David has accumulated a variety of work experiences prior to his current role. He worked as a Warehouse Associate at DB Schenker for two months in 2018 in Vancouver, Canada. Additionally, he served as a Private Equity Fund Accountant Intern at Apex Group Ltd for eight months in Dublin in 2019. His earlier roles include working as a Sales Assistant at WHSmith and as a Deli Clerk at SPAR International.
Secondary Education at Naas CBS
David completed his secondary education at Naas CBS, where he achieved his Leaving Cert from 2010 to 2016. This foundational education prepared him for his further studies in financial mathematics and his subsequent career in finance.