Curriculum Vitae

Clarence Ip

Clarence Ip

Student & Political Advocate focused on politics, current affairs, international relations, human rights, and legislation. Based between Hong Kong and London.

Professional Record

Experience

Financail Risk Specialist

micro1

2026 — Present

Remote

Analysed potential risks impacting organisational assets and earnings, ensuring comprehensive risk identification for AI training. Evaluated new legislation and regulatory changes to advise clients on risk exposure and model adjustments. Conducted sophisticated statistical analyses using econometric models to quantify financial risk.

APAC Regional Consultant

ZENSORA

2026 — Present

Remote

Engaged as a consultant to support the newly established APAC headquarters. Provided strategic insights to streamline operations across the APAC market. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance market penetration and operational efficiency. Leveraged extensive regional knowledge to align company objectives with local market needs.

FOREX and Commodity Trader

The5er

2026 — Present

Remote

Managed a funded trading account focusing on major and minor currency pairs. Executed discretionary trades using technical and macro-driven analysis to identify high-probability setups. Engaged in trading precious metals and energy futures. Combined technical price action analysis with macroeconomic and geopolitical insights to inform trading positions. Developed strong analytical skills and market awareness in a dynamic trading environment at The5ers.

FOREX and Commodity Trader

FTMO

2025 — Present

Remote

Managed a funded trading account, focusing on major and minor currency pairs. Executed discretionary trades across multiple sessions using technical and macro-driven analysis. Engaged in trading precious metals and energy futures. Combined technical price action analysis with macroeconomic and geopolitical factors to inform trading positions. Operated within strict risk parameters while achieving consistent profitability targets set by FTMO.

Trader and Portfolio Manager

Independent

2025 — Present

Remote

Managed a personal investment portfolio with diversified exposure across stocks, ETFs, and global markets. Executed intraday and swing trades on MT5, utilizing both discretionary setups and rule-based execution. Developed and tested systematic trading strategies in MQL5, refining models with live and historical data. Achieved a remarkable 79% YTD return as of March 2026 in portfolio management. Impressive results of trading in 2025 with an 84% win rate at over 2000 trades and an annual return of over 300%.

Political Commentary & Research

Independent

2025 — Present

Remote

Writing analysis pieces on current affairs, legislative processes, and human rights. Researching policy impacts, comparative political systems, and diplomatic developments to produce well‑sourced commentary.

Director

ZENSORA

2025

United Kingdom

After selling 75% of the company to a strategic entrepreneur, transitioned to Director to ensure a smooth handover and maintain brand continuity.

Founder & Chief Executive

ZENSORA

2024 — 2025

United Kingdom

Founded ZENSORA to connect Asia and Europe with curated premium lifestyle goods, forging artisan partnerships and scaling to over £20,000 in profit whilst expanding cross‑border eCommerce reach.

Academic Formation

Education

A‑Levels

Berkhamsted School

Berkhamsted, England, United Kingdom

Economics · Physics · Product Design

GCSEs

Prior Park College

Bath, England, United Kingdom

English Language & Literature · Mathematics · Further Mathematics · Sciences · Business Studies · Product Design

Credentials

Licences & Certifications

Advisors & Consulting Services Job Simulation — Mastercard
Understanding Capital Markets —LinkedIn
Investment Banking Simulation— JPMorganChase
Analyze Apple's Stock and Financials with Bloomberg Terminal — Coursera
Human Rights Law Job Simulation — Leo Cussen
Brand Management: Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour — University of London
Chinese Politics Part 1 — HKUST
First Step Korean — Yonsei University
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for Web Developers — Johns Hopkins University
Learn How to Teach by 6 Min. Micro Teaching — The University of Tokyo
Understanding Operations Management — The Open University
Developing Your Skills as an HR Professional — The Open University
Marketing Communications as a Strategic Function — The Open University
Effective Communication in the Workplace — The Open University
Justice, Fairness and Mediation — The Open University
Introduction to Child Psychology — The Open University
Business and Human Rights Global Virtual Internship — Clifford Chance
Cybersecurity Job Simulation — Mastercard
Unconscious Bias — LinkedIn Learning
Business Analysis Foundation — LinkedIn Learning
Finance Essentials for Small Business — LinkedIn Learning
The Samaritans Online Suicide Gatekeeping Course — The Samaritans Hong Kong
Communication Essentials for Member States — WHO
Infections in Health Workers in the Context of COVID‑19 — WHO
OSA Certified AI User — Online Safety Alliance
EF SET English Certificate C2 Proficient — EF SET
Certificate in First Aid — Hong Kong St John Ambulance
Army Proficiency Certificate (Two Stars), Communications & Information Systems — Army Cadets UK

Particulars

Interesting Facts

Focus Areas

Human Rights & Rule of Law
Legislation & Public Policy
International Relations & Diplomacy
Comparative Politics

Languages

EnglishNative / Bilingual
CantoneseNative / Bilingual
SpanishLimited Working