Legal Intern

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.

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