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Beryl Ayiku

Summary

Driven self-starter and Queen Mary postgraduate with previous courtroom experience in the London Borough of Harrow v Ayiku case [2012]. As a self-representative, I utilised research skills and won the case. Previous experience with Ennon and Co. demonstrates my proven negotiation skills which resulted in improved client relations. My exceptionally client-focused approach builds positive rapport and makes me a preferred candidate for the role.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Vacation Scheme Participant

Legal Cheek
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Enhanced legal research efficiency by utilizing advanced search techniques and legal databases.
  • Drafted persuasive legal memos to efficiently convey projected deadlines.
  • Supported the due diligence process during a mergers and acquisitions task.
  • Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.

Business & Human Rights Internship Participant

Clifford Chance
03.2021 - 03.2021
  • Produced email memorandum to advise a client on the regulatory and disclosure procedure of the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act 2010.
  • Corresponding with a client to provide advice on the 95/2014 EU Directive regarding the implication and disclosure of non-financial information.
  • Investigating, assessing, and communicating Human Rights risks within an M&A acquisition

Virtual Experience Participant

Kennedys
02.2021 - 02.2021
  • Prepared a witness statement about a car accident for a litigated claim.
  • Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
  • Delivered a PowerPoint preparation for an insurance client pitch.

● Providing a response to accelerate a witness email inquiry by leaving a voicemail.

● Drafting a memorandum for a client regarding the effects of a force majeure clause.


Work Placement Experience

Ingram Winter Green LLP
03.2019 - 03.2019
  • Attending the Business and Property Court with a partner to discuss an unresolved property dispute.

● Collaborating with other senior partners by ensuring that information on a claim order was received.

● Collating information on various topics of relevance via research.

● Writing a report on the 2019 new disclosure pilot scheme and submitting it to my supervising partner.


Work Placement Experience

Ennon & Co Solicitors
04.2019 - 04.2019

● Follow-up inquiries to the crime management department of the Metropolitan Police for updates on clients’ files.

● Reviewing court bundle documents and attending a Magistrate hearing with the representing counsel.

Identified a discrepancy within the documents which assisted representing counsel in the client's defense

Conducting research regarding the lasting power of attorney for a senior partner.

Customer Service Assistant (Part-Time)

BP
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Enhanced customer experience by resolving product inquiries resulting in a 20% increase in positive customer reviews.
  • Performing stock replenishing, cash drops, product rotation, and documenting cash-related anomalies.
  • Ensuring that the planogram is followed accurately to avert and reduce customer complaints.
  • Establishing great rapport with customers resulting in repeat visits to the store.
  • Adhering to age-appropriate legislation to prevent the cancellation of the operating license.


Volunteer

Harrow Street Pastors
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Patrolling the Harrow community during scheduled hours to provide support to vulnerable people at night.
  • Signposting vulnerable people to agencies for support with housing needs, substance abuse and various counseling services.
  • Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns within the community.
  • Supporting intoxicated women with transportation to prevent possible harm.

Self-Employment

OFSTED Registered Childminder
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Assessed issues regarding safeguarding children within my setting with practical implementation measures.

● Organising and planning age-appropriate activities for children of varying age groups.

● Managing my time efficiently to prevent late drop-offs and pick-ups from their respective schools.

● Providing flexible contract arrangements for out-of-hours service provision for busy parent thereby maximising income and outperforming competition.

  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.

Executive Administrator/Coordinator

Explora Haven Training Limited
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Led recruitment, interviewing, and selection of staff by complying with the UKBA guidelines and liaising with the Home Office regarding compliance matters.
  • Maintained correspondence with all outside agencies via post, email notifications and staff document management.
  • Effectively responding to internal and external queries and responsible for call diversion hours.
  • Collaborating, booking, and scheduling PowerPoint lunch meetings to solicit contracts.
  • Supervised and organised all mandatory training sessions to comply with the Care Quality Commission standards of practice in the care industry, ensuring the issuing of accredited certification for staff.
  • Influencing service change by initiating staff supervision visits and simultaneously improving rapport with clients.
  • Coordinating client meetings, diary management, and updating the operations director of any amends.

Education

Master of Laws - Comparative And International Dispute Resolution

Queen Mary, University of London
London, United Kingdom
04.2022

Bachelor of Arts - LLB Law

London Metropolitan University
London, United Kingdom
07.2020

Skills

  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Database Searching
  • Contract Review and Negotiation
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Creative and Critical Thinking

Timeline

Vacation Scheme Participant

Legal Cheek
06.2023 - 06.2023

Business & Human Rights Internship Participant

Clifford Chance
03.2021 - 03.2021

Virtual Experience Participant

Kennedys
02.2021 - 02.2021

Work Placement Experience

Ennon & Co Solicitors
04.2019 - 04.2019

Work Placement Experience

Ingram Winter Green LLP
03.2019 - 03.2019

Customer Service Assistant (Part-Time)

BP
01.2015 - 01.2018

Volunteer

Harrow Street Pastors
01.2012 - 01.2014

Self-Employment

OFSTED Registered Childminder
01.2010 - 01.2012

Executive Administrator/Coordinator

Explora Haven Training Limited
01.2005 - 01.2008

Master of Laws - Comparative And International Dispute Resolution

Queen Mary, University of London

Bachelor of Arts - LLB Law

London Metropolitan University
Beryl Ayiku