Open To Work
Josie Massingham
London
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Legal AssistantLegal InternHuman Resources InternHuman Resources AssistantLegal Administrative AssistantWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: London, UK
Open to relocation: No
Salary Range
30000/yr - 200000/yrSummary
University of Nottingham Law LLB Graduate (2:1) with legal experience across immigration, private client, commercial and corporate law, gained through six legal internships. Interest in private client, family and immigration law, with a track record of managing competing priorities under pressure, evidenced by academic achievement alongside sustained part-time employment and national-level sporting commitments. Seeking a legal assistant role or vacation scheme to apply this experience within a professional legal environment.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Assistant
Mojatu Foundation
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Drafted, reviewed and amended policy documentation to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks, maintaining accuracy and consistency across organisational procedures.
- Strengthened risk management policies by identifying legal and operational risks, implementing mitigation strategies and updating documentation in line with legislative and best practice developments.
- Supported immigration casework, including Windrush compensation claims, through policy research and case documentation for vulnerable clients.
Immigration Case Administration Intern
Burton & Burton Solicitors
05.2026 - Current
- Supported the UK immigration appeals process through case administration, accurately organising, retrieving and managing legal documents using the firm's case management system.
- Liaised directly with clients to gather and verify information for active immigration cases, demonstrating professionalism, empathy and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
- Strengthened ability to build client rapport, maintain confidentiality and produce accurate records essential to legal proceedings.
Legal Intern
Covington & Burling LLP
11.2025 - 11.2025
- Analysed and summarised legislative developments under the EU AI Act for the Data Protection team, producing a detailed report and supporting visual chart.
- Conducted historical and legal research for the Clooney Foundation for Justice, distilling complex statutory material into clear, concise findings.
- Attended a client meeting with the Real Estate Transactions team on an $8bn acquisition involving Welltower Inc., delivering comparative research and regulatory analysis on data centre acquisitions within the commercial real estate sector.
Legal Intern
LexisNexis
12.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered a presentation to Senior Legal Counsel on the impact of AI on the legal profession, developing legal communication and presentation skills.
- Conducted contract analysis, participated in client-facing meetings and produced legal research spreadsheets.
Legal Intern
Thales
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Drafted contracts in line with benchmark requirements for specialised defence and aerospace equipment.
- Observed a commercial dispute resolution meeting and gained exposure to negotiation strategy; learned to draft risk assessments in line with engineering guidelines.
Legal Intern
Enyo Law
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted with administrative duties including drafting correspondence, conducting compliance checks and applying risk assessment protocols in line with SRA regulations.
- Observed meetings on ESG disputes and their impact on business viability.
Social Media Manager
Invicta Water Treatment
09.2022 - Current
- Organised and maintained company documents while supporting brand visibility and engagement through targeted social media promotion and content planning.
Retail Assistant
Waitrose
09.2022 - Current
- Delivered customer service across three departments in a fast-paced retail environment, developing strong adaptability, communication and multitasking skills.
Head of Bar
Oyster Catcher, Kings18, Let's Explore
09.2019 - 07.2024
- Worked in hospitality building a strong foundation in interpersonal skills, task prioritisation and the ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-changing environment.
Education
LLB - Law
09.2023 - 07.2026
2:1
A-Levels - Sports Science, Psychology, English Literature, Extended Project Qualification
01.2022
GPA:
- A
- A
- A, A
GCSEs - undefined
01.2020
GPA: 9 GCSEs at grades 9-7
Skills
- Legal research
- Analysis
- Drafting
- Document review
- Case management systems
- Case administration
- Client care
- Confidentiality
- Discretion
- Compliance
- Risk assessment
- SRA regulations
- Stakeholder communication
- Client communication
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy
- Time management
- Prioritisation
Accomplishments
- Athletic Excellence
- Completed a 21-mile open water swim for Macmillan Cancer Support
- Completed the Barcelona Marathon (2026)
- Competed in county-level swimming and hockey until 2023
Legal Experience
- Legal Assistant, Mojatu Foundation:Drafted, reviewed and amended policy documentation to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks, maintaining accuracy and consistency across organisational procedures. Strengthened risk management policies by identifying legal and operational risks, implementing mitigation strategies and updating documentation in line with legislative and best practice developments.
- Immigration Case Administration Intern, Burton & Burton Solicitors: Supported the UK immigration appeals process through case administration, accurately organising, retrieving and managing legal documents using the firm's case management system. Liaised directly with clients to gather and verify information for active immigration cases, demonstrating professionalism, empathy and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
- Legal Intern, Covington & Burling LLP: Analysed and summarised legislative developments under the EU AI Act for the Data Protection team, producing a detailed report and supporting visual chart. Conducted historical and legal research for the Clooney Foundation for Justice, distilling complex statutory material into clear, concise findings. Attended a client meeting with the Real Estate Transactions team on an $8bn acquisition delivering comparative research and regulatory analysis on data centre acquisitions within the commercial real estate sector.
- Legal Intern, LexisNexis: Delivered a presentation to Senior Legal Counsel on the impact of AI on the legal profession, developing legal communication and presentation skills. Conducted contract analysis, participated in client-facing meetings and produced legal research spreadsheets.
- Legal Intern, Thales: Drafted contracts in line with benchmark requirements for specialised defence and aerospace equipment. Observed a commercial dispute resolution meeting and gained exposure to negotiation strategy; learned to draft risk assessments in line with engineering guidelines.
Professional Development And Legal Training
Hogan Lovells - Commercial Law Virtual Experience, 2025-09-01, Latham & Watkins - White Collar Defence and Investigations Job Simulation, 2025-07-01, TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certification, 2023-01-01, A&O Shearman, Taylor Wessing, Clyde & Co, Browne Jacobson and Payne Hicks Beach - gained insight into transactional real estate, cross-border M&A and legal technology innovation.
Positions Of Responsibility And Societies
- Peer Mentor, University of Nottingham, Supported fellow students with academic and personal guidance, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment., Strengthened ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and accessibly.
- Immigration Advice Volunteer, Pro Bono Society, University of Nottingham, Provided free immigration legal advice and support to members of the public., Developed understanding of access to justice and social responsibility within the legal profession.
Timeline
Immigration Case Administration Intern - Burton & Burton Solicitors
05.2026 - Current
Legal Assistant - Mojatu Foundation
01.2026 - 05.2026
Legal Intern - Covington & Burling LLP
11.2025 - 11.2025
Legal Intern - LexisNexis
12.2024 - 12.2024
Legal Intern - Thales
09.2024 - 09.2024
University of Nottingham - LLB, Law
09.2023 - 07.2026
Legal Intern - Enyo Law
06.2023 - 06.2023
Social Media Manager - Invicta Water Treatment
09.2022 - Current
Retail Assistant - Waitrose
09.2022 - Current
Head of Bar - Oyster Catcher, Kings18, Let's Explore
09.2019 - 07.2024
Lingfield College - A-Levels, Sports Science, Psychology, English Literature, Extended Project Qualification
Lingfield College - GCSEs,