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Megan Winkett

Birmingham,West Midlands

Summary

Seeking a 2027 legal opportunity offering meaningful practical experience and a pathway towards qualification as a solicitor, including Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeships, trainee/graduate programmes and roles providing QWE. Keen to develop legal knowledge, commercial awareness and client-facing skills while contributing positively to a professional legal team.

Final-year BA (Hons) Law student at Birmingham City University, due to graduate in June 2027, aspiring to qualify as a solicitor and seeking a Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship, trainee/graduate programme or Qualifying Work Experience (QWE). Particularly interested in criminal and corporate law, combining an interest in advocacy and access to justice with curiosity about law, finance and commercial decision-making. Several years of customer-facing employment alongside study have developed confident communication, client service, problem-solving, teamwork, resilience and professionalism under pressure.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender & Barista

Hilton Hotel
Birmingham
06.2025 - 05.2026
  • Delivered a high standard of service in a fast-paced professional environment, communicating confidently with customers from varied backgrounds.
  • Identified customer needs, responded to queries, and resolved issues effectively, enhancing interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Managed competing priorities with accuracy and efficiency, maintaining calm and professionalism during high-volume periods.

Bartender & Waitress

TGI Fridays
Birmingham
06.2022 - 06.2025
  • Delivered attentive service in high-pressure environment, fostering positive interactions with customers and colleagues.
  • Tailored communication to various individuals and resolved concerns effectively, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Managed multiple responsibilities, ensuring accuracy and organisation while supporting teamwork across kitchen and bar operations.
  • Combined three years of employment with sixth-form and university study, demonstrating reliability, resilience and time management.

Sales Assistant

Warwickshire Cycles
Warwickshire
08.2020 - 06.2025
  • Cultivated strong customer relationships by providing tailored guidance and identifying effective solutions for individual needs.
  • Delivered high-quality after-sales service, supporting customer satisfaction, repeat business and the reputation of an independent business.
  • Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, employing clear communication and practical problem-solving skills to resolve customer issues.
  • Gained practical insights into customer relations and sales dynamics, supporting the operational success of a small business.

Education

BA (Hons) Law -

Birmingham City University
West Midlands
06-2027

A Levels - Maths, Criminology, Psychology

Solihull Sixth Form College
06-2024

GCSEs: Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Language, English Literature, Religious Education, Sociology, and History

John Henry Newman Catholic College
06-2022

Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • Client Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management & Prioritisation
  • Teamwork

Custom

  • Criminal Law, Interested in advocacy, access to justice and the real-world impact of criminal law. Motivated by ensuring individuals are heard, providing clear advice and helping clients understand and navigate a complex legal system.
  • Corporate & Commercial Law, Interested in the interaction between law, finance and business decision-making, and how practical legal advice can help organisations understand obligations, manage risk, respond to challenges and build sustainable success.

Timeline

Bartender & Barista

Hilton Hotel
06.2025 - 05.2026

Bartender & Waitress

TGI Fridays
06.2022 - 06.2025

Sales Assistant

Warwickshire Cycles
08.2020 - 06.2025

BA (Hons) Law -

Birmingham City University

A Levels - Maths, Criminology, Psychology

Solihull Sixth Form College

GCSEs: Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Language, English Literature, Religious Education, Sociology, and History

John Henry Newman Catholic College
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