Helena Morris
Grantham,Lincolnshire
Summary
A diligent graduate of MA and BA History from Coventry University, with strong academic qualifications and extensive experience in law, heritage and research sectors.
With great attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, tasks are always completed with a high level of precision and in an organised manner. As a former student of History and most recently a Paralegal in a Law firm, responsible for conducting individual projects and managing my own workload, excellent research and evaluative skills have been developed and refined. Frequently commended for working well in fast-paced environments and providing professional communication and care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Family Law Paralegal
Bird & Co Solicitors LLP
Grantham, Lincolnshire
08.2025 - Current
- Prepare, file and serve legal applications and supporting documents on the court and all relevant parties.
- Liaise with clients and court personnel to coordinate hearings, mediations, and case progression.
- Manage a caseload of family law matters while maintaining strict court deadlines and confidentiality standards.
- Prepare hearing bundles, position statements, and disclosure documents for solicitors and counsel.
Criminal Defence Administrator
Bird & Co. Solicitors LLP
Grantham, Lincolnshire
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided comprehensive and efficient administrative support to solicitors - typing letters, emails and creating briefs to counsel, ensuring and supporting case progression.
- Liaised with clients swiftly to resolve enquiries, appointment requests, and funding questions, enhancing overall customer service levels.
- Diligently compiled client data onto the company's case management system to maintain updated records and accuracy.
- Methodically prepared documents for Magistrates and Crown Court files.
Project Assistant
Girlguiding UK
Grantham
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted the Archivist in the appraisal and sorting of the Girlguiding National Archive collection.
- Handled, repackaged and rehoused objects and artefacts according to standard conservation needs.
- Listed the collection to applied standards (ISAD(G)/Spectrum) using Excel and the archive's CMS database (Axiell Collections).
- Researched using collection resources to support the creation and enhancement of administrative and biographical histories on the CMS.
Volunteer Digital Archivist
Museum of Youth Culture
London
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Catalogued and kept the Museum's digital collection up to date, ensuring that resources were easily accessible for online researchers and the public.
- Independently worked on the creation of metadata: descriptions, captions and keywords for photographs and objects from between the years 1920-2022.
- Developed a greater understanding of navigating and using Digital Asset Management software.
Greengross Creatives Curation Summer Programme
The British Museum
London
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Worked with curators and a team of contemporaries to create an exhibition on a chosen object from the museum's collection.
- Conducted research and critical evaluations into colonial museum practices, the historical and contemporary significance of the exhibition object and how to create an inclusive and participatory exhibition.
- Confidently facilitated group discussions and distributed roles to the group.
Mansion Guide
National Trust
Belton
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Delivered excellent communication skills to the public, providing effective and informative narratives of the house and it's history.
- Adapted communication styles to cater to diverse groups, including international visitors and school children.
- Undertook independent research into the house's cultural and historical legacy in order to enrich tours.
Volunteer Archivist and Collections Assistant
Boots UK
Nottingham
11.2017 - 09.2019
- Conducted research into the developments of historical medicine: ingredients previously included in ailments, tracing the origins of products, and exploring the history of Boots.
- Delivered attentive care to the handling and cataloguing of objects, securely storing them within the archive.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Coventry University
Coventry, COV 09.2021 - 08.2022
GCSEs -
Walton Girls' High School & Sixth Form
Grantham, LIN 09.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - History
Coventry University
Coventry, COV 09.2018 - 05.2021
A-Levels -
Walton Girls' High School & Sixth Form
Grantham, LIN 09.2015 - 06.2017
Skills
- Experienced in Data and Digital library archiving
- Competent understanding and ability to navigate multiple Digital Asset Management software and social media platforms
- Strong independent research skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Advanced proficiency in all Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Certification
Level 7 CMI Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice. Issued September 2022.
Timeline
Family Law Paralegal
Bird & Co Solicitors LLP
08.2025 - Current
Criminal Defence Administrator
Bird & Co. Solicitors LLP
02.2025 - 08.2025
Project Assistant
Girlguiding UK
09.2023 - 01.2025
Volunteer Digital Archivist
Museum of Youth Culture
01.2023 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - History
Coventry University
09.2021 - 08.2022
Greengross Creatives Curation Summer Programme
The British Museum
07.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History
Coventry University
09.2018 - 05.2021
Mansion Guide
National Trust
02.2018 - 09.2019
Volunteer Archivist and Collections Assistant
Boots UK
11.2017 - 09.2019
A-Levels -
Walton Girls' High School & Sixth Form
09.2015 - 06.2017
GCSEs -
Walton Girls' High School & Sixth Form
09.2013 - 06.2015