Marcus Laing

As a Watchmaker at Christopher Ward, I service and repair bespoke mechanical watches, including Selita, ETA, and Christopher Ward movements. I progressed from a supervised role to senior bench repair, demonstrating high standards of quality and timely repairs while managing junior staff.

As a qualified ski instructor, I taught skiing to individuals aged four to sixty, delivering lessons in both German and English in Hochzillertal, Tyrol.

Worked as a catering assistant providing bar service, silver service, and food preparation at a members' golf club, also catering for functions such as weddings and meetings.

Collaborated with the design and fabrication departments on high-end sculptures and sundials, focusing on a kinetic sculpture project and working with various materials.

Worked on clock movement and dial restoration, contributing to the watch fabrication department.

Grade: First Class with Honors

Studied Horology with a focus on timepieces, servicing, theory, making, and 3D computer-aided design. Specialized in complex watches and completed a manufacturing project to create an original timepiece. Awarded the Christopher Ward prize for 3D design and innovation.

Achieved qualifications for ski instruction to senior level, demonstrating proficiency in teaching skiing techniques to various age groups.

Completed a two-week course covering all aspects of cooking, including canapés, three-course meals, and food preparation techniques.

Completed A Levels in Chemistry, Design Technology, and Physics, along with GCSEs in various subjects, demonstrating a strong academic foundation.

Completed a basic mechanical watch course, gaining foundational knowledge in watch mechanics and repair.