Edward Aydin
London
Summary
A dedicated legal professional with expertise in witness examination, sentencing guidelines application, and prosecutorial ethics. Demonstrates advanced communication skills and a thorough understanding of court procedures, complemented by proficiency in legal drafting and persuasive public speaking. Skilled in analysing evidence with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring comprehensive case preparation. Committed to upholding the highest standards of legal practice while pursuing opportunities for professional growth.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Associate Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
London
2003.06 - 2025.04
- Currently an Associate Prosecutor with 22 years' experience working full time 5 days a week in court.
- Prosecution of custody cases, sentencing, and not guilty pleas that require case management in the magistrate courts with an average case load of 25 to 35 cases a day.
- Prosecution of appeal trials in the Crown Court, sentencing hearings and Pre Trial Preparation Hearings (PTPH), legal arguments, case reviews, sentencing notes and legal opinions.
- Excellent note taking in Crown Court trials and witness handling.
- Managing heavy caseloads efficiently under high-pressure situations-a testament to organisational skills.
- Assuring confidentiality of sensitive information throughout litigation process-maintaining trust of parties and compliance with GDPR.
- Reviewed evidence and public interest for accuracy and relevancy, ensuring sound prosecution strategy.
Senior Business Analyst
Connex Network Limited
London
2001.08 - 2002.02
- Undertook business process mapping of supplier relations; developed service level agreements and commercial contracts; implementation of contractual terms and improved performance.
- Increased revenue streams by 40%. Savings of 20%.
- Improved overall productivity with comprehensive process analysis.
Bid Manager
SEMA Group
London
2000.12 - 2001.06
- Managed 60 staff for £350M NHS Human Resources Project.
- Created business processes and commercial contracts, new operating systems, and developed IT plan.
- Facilitated engaging bid presentations, leading to win rates.
- Implemented risk management strategies within bid processes.
Senior Analyst
Pitney Bowes Management Services
London
1998.12 - 2000.12
- Senior Analyst contracted out to various global firms:
- Credit Suisse First Boston: Provided strategic plan to improve resourcing and systems of organizational performance.
- Boosted efficiency by streamlining data processing workflows.
- Achieved improved accuracy with meticulous data analysis and validation.
- BNP Bank Paribas: Managed the implementation of new financial systems and monitored performance.
- Morgan Stanley Dean Witter: Analysed current project management systems and created new working methods.
Senior Adviser
Department Premier and Cabinet
Melbourne
1982.01 - 1998.11
- Senior Adviser public sector restructuring, policy development and legislation in Employment, Health, and Education and Treasury.
- Advised senior government officials with expert knowledge in international relations and domestic affairs.
- Authored influential reports on health and education policies using evidence-based research techniques.
Education
Bar Vocational Course - Law (BVC)
Inns of Courts School of Law
London 2007.09 - 2008.11
Graduate Diploma - Law (GDL)
Guildhall University
London 2000.09 - 2002.06
Masters Degree - Public Policy (MPP)
University Melbourne
1995.09 - 1997.11
Masters Degree - Business Administration (MBE)
RMIT University Melbourne
1991.09 - 1993.06
Bachelor of Applied Science Degree - Cartography (BAppSc)
RMIT University Melbourne
1989.09 - 1993.11
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Media (BA)
RMIT University Melbourne
1988.09 - 1990.11
Skills
- Persuasive public speaking
- Analysing evidence
- Attention to Detail
- Case preparation
- Witness examination
- Sentencing guidelines application
- Prosecutorial ethics
- Advanced communication
- Understanding of court procedures
- Legal drafting
- Trial preparation
- Legal research proficiency
- Case file organisation
- Forensic analysis understanding
- Criminal law knowledge
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Bar Vocational Course - Law (BVC)
Inns of Courts School of Law
2007.09 - 2008.11
Associate Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
2003.06 - 2025.04
Senior Business Analyst
Connex Network Limited
2001.08 - 2002.02
Bid Manager
SEMA Group
2000.12 - 2001.06
Graduate Diploma - Law (GDL)
Guildhall University
2000.09 - 2002.06
Senior Analyst
Pitney Bowes Management Services
1998.12 - 2000.12
Masters Degree - Public Policy (MPP)
University Melbourne
1995.09 - 1997.11
Masters Degree - Business Administration (MBE)
RMIT University Melbourne
1991.09 - 1993.06
Bachelor of Applied Science Degree - Cartography (BAppSc)
RMIT University Melbourne
1989.09 - 1993.11
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Media (BA)
RMIT University Melbourne
1988.09 - 1990.11
Senior Adviser
Department Premier and Cabinet
1982.01 - 1998.11