James Cowan
An analytical and commercially minded Geography student at the University of Edinburgh, with strong knowledge of constitutional law, financial accounting for lawyers, and regulatory compliance. Developing strong statistical research and analytical skills through my degree, complemented by experience in legal research, case analysis and investment strategy. Demonstrates intellectual rigour and proficiency in legal research, case analysis, and synthesising complex information into clear, articulate conclusions. Adept at fact-checking accuracy, self-motivated working, and problem-solving. Experienced in public speaking and leadership roles, with a strong background in investment strategy development and Bloomberg terminal usage. Proficient in SQL database interpretation, statistics, financial reporting reading and quantitative analytics.
Work history
Investment Research Intern
2 Months- Synthesised data findings into cohesive, well-structured reports.
- Drafted detailed research proposals to secure approval from supervisors.
- Collaborated with fellow interns on group projects to achieve high-quality work.
- Followed ethical guidelines whilst conducting all forms of research to maintain professional standards.
Summer Legal Intern
2 Months- Prepared case briefs, enhancing team's decision-making process.
- Collaborated closely with senior solicitors for efficient preparation of cases.
- Organised files and maintained a comprehensive database of all ongoing cases for easy retrieval.
- Executed various administrative duties to support office operations. to facilitate smooth office operations.