Alexia Georgakakos

I am an enthusiastic soon-to-be graduate seeking an entry-level legal position to gain valuable experience and knowledge in my journey toward becoming a solicitor. As an energetic and motivated individual, I bring a range of key professional skills developed through my dynamic work and academic experiences, including teamwork, organisation, attention to detail, and critical thinking.

Welfare Officer - Women in the Law Pro Bono Project

• Providing support and guidance to society members and attending numerous career and charity events in support of the project.

Volunteer Researcher - The Death Penalty Project

• Conducted legal research to support US attorneys in their ongoing capital cases.

Social Secretary - Cheerleading & Dance Society

• Organised and coordinated weekly social events for club members, fostering an inclusive and fun environment.

Lead Fitness Coach - Cheerleading & Dance Society

• Planned and delivered weekly training sessions for competitive squads, ensuring participation and progress through effective leadership and motivation.

Ashurst - Work Experience - July 2024

• Shadowed Global Loans team and attended firm development meetings, gaining comprehensive insight into daily operations at a silver circle law firm
• Participated in trainee discussions and client networking events, developing understanding of career progression and client relationship management in commercial law

Goodwin Procter - Shadowing a Fund Finance Partner - August 2024

• Conducted background research for insolvency and restructuring partner while shadowing fund finance team, gaining hands-on experience in legal research and analysis
• Engaged with legal professionals across multiple practice areas including private equity, real estate, and tax, broadening my understanding of a US law firm's structure and culture

Commercial Law Firm Presentations and Events

• Attended numerous virtual and in-person events for example Taylor Wessing Open Day and Travers Smith presentation evening, gaining insights into firm culture, sector expertise, and current market developments.

Online Job Simulation's

- Clifford Chance, Business and Human Rights

- Mayer Brown, Introduction to Litigation

- Leo Cussen, Human Rights Law

- Ashurst, Advance Virtual Experience Programme

Introduction to Microsoft Excel - Coursera - 2025

Diploma in Digital Marketing - British Academy of Digital Marketing - 2022