Mia-Summer Ragipi
Epsom
Summary
A dedicated Law Student with a strong initiative and willingness to learn, demonstrating clear, confident communication and effective time management under pressure. Known for high attention to detail and professionalism, complemented by a collaborative and approachable team-player attitude. Committed to leveraging these skills in pursuit of career advancement and contributing positively to organisational goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Brow and Beauty Expert Sales Associate
Benefit Cosmetics
2025.10 - 2026.02
- Delivered tailored client consultations in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, requiring clear communication and professionalism.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and precision in technical treatments, adhering to strict procedural standards.
- Built client trust through discretion, ethical practice, and high standards of service.
- Developed commercial awareness by balancing client care with sales targets and brand objectives.
- Managed competing priorities effectively, maintaining service quality under time constraints.
Access Ashurst Work Experience Programme
Ashurst
2024.07 - 2025.09
- Conducted supervised legal research in the Employment team, including sponsor licence requirements and positive action strategies
- Completed a commercial awareness research task on how financial services organisations can harness artificial intelligence, producing concise guidance notes
- Strengthened analytical reasoning and advocacy skills through structured argument-building and debate workshops
Entertainment team member
Hobbledown
Epsom
2024.03 - 2025.09
- Performed as a character, engaging children in a variety of activities
- Organised and lead interactive games, shows and parties, ensuring fun and memorable experiences for all attendees
- Maintained character integrity while interacting with children and families
- Memorise scripts, activity timings and operational procedures to deliver a seamless and engaging entertainment
Residential Internship Programme
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
2024.07 - 2024.08
- Shadowed a solicitor within the Corporate M&A team, contributing to tasks on a live transaction and observing cross-border deal work
- Developed commercial awareness through workshops on legal careers, client expectations, and professional communication
- Worked collaboratively in a group to pitch a client strategy directly to firm partners; our proposal was selected as the strongest pitch
Business Partnership Programme
Social Mobility Foundation
2024.07 - 2024.07
- Worked with a range of global organisations to understand how legal and commercial considerations interact across industries:
- Nomura: Analysed differences between compliance and legal teams through a case study; explored the impact of Japanese corporate culture
- Amazon: Developed negotiation skills through a contract-based case study; examined one-way and two-way door decision-making
- Uber: Analysed legal and operational aspects of lost property policies; pitched a new product in a Dragon’s Den-style exercise addressing legal risk
- Paramount: Researched broadcast standards, media regulation, and licensing within the creative industries
- Arsenal: Built resilience and planning skills through high-pressure performance and goal-setting workshops
Education
Law LLB -
Queen Mary University of London
A Levels - A*AC
Blenheim Sixth Form
EpsomGCSE's - 988777766
Blenheim High School
EpsomSkills
- Clear, confident communication
- Strong initiative and willingness to learn
- Collaborative and approachable team-player
- High attention to detail and professionalism
- Effective time management under pressure
Accomplishments
- Head Student
- English Literature Scholarship
- School Head of Marketing and Wellbeing
- Gold Award for 80+ hours of volunteering
- Intermediate Ballet Distinction
Availability
Full availability
Timeline
Brow and Beauty Expert Sales Associate
Benefit Cosmetics
2025.10 - 2026.02
Access Ashurst Work Experience Programme
Ashurst
2024.07 - 2025.09
Residential Internship Programme
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
2024.07 - 2024.08
Business Partnership Programme
Social Mobility Foundation
2024.07 - 2024.07
Entertainment team member
Hobbledown
2024.03 - 2025.09
GCSE's - 988777766
Blenheim High School
Law LLB -
Queen Mary University of London
A Levels - A*AC
Blenheim Sixth Form