Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Legal work experience
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Najiyah Islam

Swansea,City and County of Swansea

Summary

Motivated law student, eager to enhance skill set and contribute to team success through hard work, organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Bringing a can-do attitude to all tasks, eager to learn, grow and excel in the workplace.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Seasonal Sales Assistant

WHSmith
Swansea, Swansea
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Remained calm and efficient to deliver quality service during busy and fast-paced shifts.
  • Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
  • Worked flexible hours to support operations during peak periods outside normal responsibilities.

Charity Shop Volunteer

CISS
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
10.2019 - 02.2020


  • Stored and labelled incoming donations and additional stock to maintain efficiency and ease of use within storage areas.
  • Provided service with a smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organised displays for optimal sales promotions.

Education

LLB Law - Law

Swansea University
Swansea
10.2023 -

A levels -

Olchfa Sixth Form
Swansea
04.2001 - /2023

GCSE -

Olchfa
Swansea
2021

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Confident communicator
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly organised
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer-focused
  • Time management

Legal work experience

Latham and Watkins - Mergers and Acquisitions

Completed a job simulation focused on supporting a potential takeover offer for Latham & Watkins Mergers & Acquisitions team.
Crafted a concise issues list highlighting changes and suggestions.
Recommended clauses for inclusion in disclosure schedules.
Reviewed client emails, identified concerns, and offered concise high-level advice while considering legal statutes.
Created a clear and brief PowerPoint slide to ensure quick comprehension of earn-out details for stakeholders.


Clifford Chance- Ready, Set, Law Programme

  • Understanding of social media marketing rules for ethical brands.
  • The ability to analyse influencer content for compliance.
  • The Impact of blockchain on regulations.


Welsh Baccalaureate

During my A-levels, I engaged with the legal system first-hand through a visit to Crown Court, where I took the initiative to engage in a thought-provoking discussion with a judge. This conversation centred around the contemporary relevance of religious oaths in judicial proceedings. Inspired by this experience, I delved into comprehensive research, analysing insights from reports by the Law Commission and conducting primary research with my peers to explore the efficacy of religious oaths in the modern legal landscape.


Spring Pod - Virtual Law work experience 

  • Engaged in tasks such as drafting legal documents and interpreting contracts,


Timeline

LLB Law - Law

Swansea University
10.2023 -

Seasonal Sales Assistant

WHSmith
11.2022 - 01.2023

Charity Shop Volunteer

CISS
10.2019 - 02.2020

A levels -

Olchfa Sixth Form
04.2001 - /2023

GCSE -

Olchfa
Najiyah Islam