Augusta Gould
Christchurch,,New Zealand
Summary
Experienced offshore sailor with a strong business background. A Clipper Round the World Yacht Race circumnavigator (2023–2024). I thrive in demanding maritime environments and am completing my RYA Yachtmaster Offshore. Adaptable, steady, and passionate about adventure and exploration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate
Gould Holdings Limited
Christchurch, New Zealand
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Accounts receivables, accounts payables, and bank reconciliation
- Provided support to the CEO and the management team as required
Private Wealth Assistant
Craigs Investment Partners
Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Worked closely with investment advisers, providing administrative support and assisting with daily client transactions.
- Tasks included the preparation of proposal documents, opening accounts, ongoing due diligence, broker transfers, transactions, foreign exchange conversions, corporate actions and portfolio maintenance
Sustainability Specialist
Westpac New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Environmental reporting of operational and carbon related data
- Oversight of carbon offsetting on the Environmental Trading Scheme
- Management of the annual Westpac NZ Sustainability Review
- Engagement in a range of sustainability projects across the business
- Development of content for digital communication channels
- Administer of the sustainability budget
Strategy Analyst
Westpac New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Reported metrics and Key Performance Indicators from main stakeholders across the business
- Conducted research and analysis to make strategic documents for the Board Strategy Review
Intern
Westpac New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
11.2015 - 02.2016
- Office administration and assistance with Debt Capital Markets
Education
Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) -
Strategi Institute
New Zealand 01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Otago
01.2015
Skills
- Strong leadership – Experience as Watch Leader
- Calm under pressure – Handles challenges, rough weather, and unexpected situations with composure
- Problem-solving skills – Quick thinking in high-stakes situations
- Resilience & endurance – Physically and mentally prepared for long expeditions
- Interpersonal skills – Able to get along with a diverse range of people
- Passion for adventure – A genuine love for exploration and remote sailing
Accomplishments
- Circumnavigator on the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2023 - 2024
Certification
- RYA Day Skipper Licence - Hamble School of Yachting, England 2024
- Company Directors Course - Institute of Directors, New Zealand 2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate
Gould Holdings Limited
06.2021 - 09.2023
Private Wealth Assistant
Craigs Investment Partners
03.2019 - 06.2021
Sustainability Specialist
Westpac New Zealand
07.2018 - 12.2018
Strategy Analyst
Westpac New Zealand
02.2017 - 07.2018
Intern
Westpac New Zealand
11.2015 - 02.2016
Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) -
Strategi Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Otago
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