Today’s instalment of meet the team is our sales admin Edwin Shereen – let’s find out more about him, his role, background, and interests!

Edwin, what is your role at SMS? 

I am currently working as a level 3 data technician. My role involves collaborating with various teams to optimise data processes and implement efficient solutions.

What’s your background?/education?

I started with admin in college, where I gained a solid foundation in finance and accounting. After completing my studies, I secured a position as a forensic accountancy apprentice. This experience not only sharpened my analytical skills but also ignited my passion for problem-solving. After completing my apprenticeship and additional training, I transitioned into my current role as a business analyst, where I apply my expertise to help SMS improve their processes and make data-driven decisions.

When did you join the SMS team?

Late May 2024

What do you enjoy about your work at SMS?

I have a strong passion for working with data and conducting analyses, as I find it both intellectually stimulating and rewarding. This role is rich in opportunities to engage with various data sets and utilise analytical skills to derive meaningful insights, making it an ideal fit for my interests and expertise.

Which of the many solutions that we offer is most beneficial to your working life and why?

I primarily use Office 365 for most of my tasks, particularly Excel, which is my go-to application for managing data and performing calculations. The features it offers, like pivot tables and advanced formulas, make it incredibly efficient for organising information and analysing trends. Overall, it greatly enhances my productivity and helps me keep everything in order.

In this section, we pose a few hypothetical questions to our interviewee, encouraging them to explore various scenarios and possibilities. These questions are designed to provide an insights into their thoughts.

What are the three items you would take with you to a deserted island? – 

  1. Gloves and a boxing bag
  2. Water
  3. Boat

If you had to delete all your apps on your phone bar three, which three would you keep? and why? –

  1. TikTok
  2. Meta trader 4
  3. Twitter