Matas Grimaila

One month spent shadowing different legal departments at a housing association. The main purpose of this was to get some insight into how offices operate and specifically the legal sectors within the organisation.

Skills developed:

• Enhanced understanding of legal procedures by conducting research on relevant case laws.
• Conducted due diligence, enhanced firm's risk management capabilities.
• Improved efficiency of legal proceedings with detailed note-taking during client meetings.
• Shadowed experienced lawyers during meetings for practical exposure to litigation processes.
• Handled confidential materials responsibly maintaining integrity and trust within the firm.
• Attended arbitration sessions garnering unique insights into alternative dispute resolution methods.

• Complied with health and safety regulations during operation of equipment.
• Enthusiastically picked up various labouring and construction tasks across site to aid team success.

• Completed basic maintenance on material handling equipment, minimising downtime with regular care.
• Prepared items for timely dispatch and safe transportation.

• Worked on multiple construction sites providing fire protection services.
• Managed day-to-day labour duties including heavy lifting, goods transportation and site maintenance.

• Worked in central London on multiple building sites as a labourer.
• Directed site traffic to guide deliveries, equipment and visitors to correct areas.

• 3 month night shifts 2 days a week re stocking the shelves
• Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
• Checked and processed incoming deliveries, unpacking and storing with care to avoid stock damage.
• Maintained spotless store presentation through regular cleaning, organising and tidying.

• 2 week work experience placement
• Stacking boxed in the warehouse
• Cleaning the shop floor assisting customers when they had questions about products.
• Inspected products for damages and expiry dates before processing refunds.
• Delivered outstanding in-store experience through positive and attentive customer service.