Emma Briars
Greater Oxford
Summary
Adaptable and results-driven professional with 9 years professional experience. A First-Class Honours in LLB Law with Criminology and a strong foundation in investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills developed as a Trainee Detective Constable with the Metropolitan Police Service. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, persuasive communication, and relationship-building through roles in sales, real estate and customer service. Culturally aware with proven interpersonal skills, strengthened by cross-cultural volunteering with vulnerable communities overseas.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Detective Constable
Metropolitan Police Service
03.2023 - 09.2024
- PIP1 qualified - Management of casework load using Connect software to organise and prioritise tasks and deadlines.
- Interpersonal skills - proficient in obtaining statements from vulnerable victims and witnesses.
- Multi-agency collaboration with stakeholders such as social services and probation services in MARAC style meetings, and implemented safeguarding measurements.
- Accurate report writing, GDPR compliant and preparation of court documents.
- Conflict resolution management - defused volatile situations during arrests or interviews by applying de-escalation techniques and maintaining professional conduct.
- Knowledge of criminal law and officer in charge of complex cases. Conducted numerous PACE compliant interviews.
- Searching of properties for evidence purposes - executed search warrants and secured evidence including digital devices, documents, and forensic samples, ensuring continuity of evidence.
- Experienced in working with offenders and victims of domestic violence and youth offenders.
Sales Consultant
Anytime Fitness
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Opening and closing of shift using PDQ reports.
- Registering new members by conducting personal fitness and wellbeing goals.
- General maintenance of the gym.
- Outreach engagement to encourage new members.
- Provided gym tours.
- Exceeded OTE and SMART sales driven.
Student Ambassador
St. Mary’s University
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Lead campus tours.
- Assisted with the process of clearing for prospective students.
Lettings Negotiator
Scott Fraser Estate Agent
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Dealt with general enquiries from clients seeking a rental property and conducted viewings.
- Increased sales venue and reached monthly target goals.
- Receptionist/Front of House: worked in Property Management, communicated with tenants, landlords and contractors regarding maintenance enquires.
- Temp.
Customer Service Advisor
CPM in Thame for Premier Foods
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Word, Excel and Sales Force experience: efficient in all three and other specific software.
- Engagement with the public and clients via various communications such as the telephone, email, social media and letters.
- Report writing: laboratory and scientific evidence write-ups of foreign bodies found in food products.
Coffee Barista
Starbucks, Oxford Welcome Break
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Cashier experience.
- Excellent customer service.
- Work well under pressure.
Education
LLB Hons Law - Law With Criminology
St. Mary’s University
Twickenham 09.2022
Lord Williams’s School
Thame01.2017
Skills
- Surveillance techniques
- Report writing
- Interview techniques
- Analytical and attentive
- Investigative skills
- Customer focus
- Sales proficiency
- Building rapport
- Phone and email etiquette
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Data analysis
- Research
- Compliance regulations
- Legal document preparation
- Administrative support
- Criminal law
- Negotiation
References
REFERENCES available on request.
Accomplishments
- VSO/ICS (Voluntary Service Overseas/International Citizen Service) – 2018 Malawi, Africa. Cross-cultural volunteering regarding a Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Programme. Working with vulnerable children and young people in schools, youth groups and communities. Lead interactive, engaging lessons and role plays.
- National Citizen Service (NCS) - 2015
- Bronze, Duke of Edinburgh Award – 2015
Additional Information
Full UK driving license.
First Aid and Mental Health trained.
Mid 2024 to mid 2025 career break included solo world travel.
Timeline
Trainee Detective Constable
Metropolitan Police Service
03.2023 - 09.2024
Sales Consultant
Anytime Fitness
05.2022 - 08.2022
Lettings Negotiator
Scott Fraser Estate Agent
05.2021 - 08.2021
Student Ambassador
St. Mary’s University
11.2019 - 09.2021
Customer Service Advisor
CPM in Thame for Premier Foods
10.2018 - 08.2019
Coffee Barista
Starbucks, Oxford Welcome Break
02.2016 - 08.2017
LLB Hons Law - Law With Criminology
St. Mary’s University
Lord Williams’s School
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