Abdibasid Abdullahi
Milton Keynes (UK)
+44-790******* **************@*****.***
EDUCATION
London
Sep2024-Sep2025
University College London – Education, Practice & Society MA Education and International Development: Conflict, Peace, and Emergencies Leicester
June 2024
The University of Leicester – School of Law
LLB Law
Achieved 2:1
Denbigh School-A Levels Milton Keynes
June 2021
Subjects: Finance (A), Media studies (B) Sociology (C) WORK EXPERIENCE
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer London
Legal Intern Oct 2022- Oct 2022
• Conducted in-depth legal research and analysis on complex bribery cases, enhancing understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• Worked closely with senior attorneys to develop comprehensive legal strategies, improving team synergy and project outcomes.
• Quickly adapted to the fast-paced legal environment, showing task management and prioritization flexibility.
• Ensured meticulous documentation and case file management, contributing to the high accuracy of legal submissions.
• Presented case findings and strategies to team members, refining the ability to convey complex information succinctly.
University of Leicester Legal Advice Clinic Leicester Legal Intern Oct 2023- Jan 2024
• Conducted initial client consultations to understand their legal issues, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and empathy.
• Performed comprehensive legal research to support case preparation, showcasing a meticulous approach and analytical abilities.
• Drafted legal documents, including briefs and letters, emphasizing attention to detail and understanding of legal formalities.
• Managed multiple cases simultaneously, demonstrating organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Adhered to the highest standards of legal ethics and confidentiality, reinforcing trust and professionalism.
Barbri Global
Brand Ambassador Leicester
Sep 2022- July 2023
• Implemented effective marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement, demonstrating an understanding of target market needs.
• Directed promotional campaigns, leading teams towards achieving set marketing objectives.
• Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring high satisfaction and loyalty.
• Introduced creative marketing solutions to overcome engagement challenges, showing an ability to think outside the box.
• Oversaw the execution of marketing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they were delivered on time and within budget.
Ikea Milton Keynes
Customer Service August 2022 - Present
• Delivered outstanding customer service, managing inquiries and resolving issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Accurately managed financial transactions, showcasing an understanding of basic financial principles and risk management.
• Applied effective sales techniques to meet and exceed sales targets, contributing to store profitability.
• Developed extensive product knowledge, enabling tailored advice and recommendations to customers.
• Contributed to the smooth running of store operations, ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers.
Leicester Law School Leicester
Ambassador May2022-July2023
• Represented the law school at public events, demonstrating strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Organized and coordinated law school events, showcasing effective planning and organizational skills.
• Fostered relationships with prospective students, alumni, and professionals, enhancing the law school's community engagement.
• Provided guidance and support to prospective and current students, underlining a commitment to educational excellence.
• Developed and disseminated communication materials to promote law school programs, improving outreach and enrolment.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office, Analytical, Marketing, Presentation, Communication, Teamwork Leadership, Problem-solving, Lexis Nexus, Westlaw, Adaptability. University of Leicester Pro Bono Leicester
Website Manager July2022-May 2023
• Led the strategic overhaul of the website, significantly improving user engagement and outreach.
• Developed engaging and informative content for the website, enhancing the organization's online presence.
• Managed website backend operations, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Collaborated with external partners to promote pro bono initiatives, expanding program reach and impact.
• Utilized analytics to measure website performance and inform strategy adjustments, driving continuous improvement.
Great Linford Primary School
Teaching Assistant Milton Keynes
Sep2019-Dec 2019
• Assisted in preparing and delivering lesson plans, and adapting teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Engaged students in reading activities, improving their literacy skills and fostering a love for reading.
• Maintained a positive and stimulating learning environment, effectively managing classroom behaviour and encouraging student participation.
• Played a key role in organizing and directing the school's Christmas play, showcasing strong organizational skills and the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Provided one-on-one support to students requiring extra help, demonstrating patience, empathy, and dedication to student welfare.