Sabyia Ahmed

• Managed EUSS immigration cases under the supervision of the Director, supporting vulnerable individuals, including survivors of domestic abuse and those facing homelessness.
• Managed complete casework lifecycle with full responsibility from initiation to conclusion with clients, conducting legal and factual research, preparing tailored strategies, and maintaining organised case files.
• High levels of responsibility with evidence finding and compiling, including submitting and going through DSAR requests.
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  Drafted comprehensive legal advice letters on complex EU law and immigration issues.
• Collaborated with legal professionals to prepare case files for submission to tribunals.
• Built accessible onboarding materials for interns and new joiners, which were later adopted by the team and used by a trainee solicitor.
• I took a 2-month break from this internship to complete a fellowship at Reprieve. I have since returned to the role.

• Conducted in-depth research on contemporary legal news, topics, and government agendas, including new legislation, judicial decisions, and policy developments.
• Published articles, including the following: The MasterCard Class Action: A Landmark Case in UK Competition Litigation; Driving Change: How the UK's Evolving Electric Vehicle Targets Are Reshaping the Legal Landscape; and Marks & Spencer's Strawberry Sandwich: A Case Study in VAT, Legal Classification, and Commercial Risk.
• Collaborated on brand strategy development to enhance Law City's presence and relevance within the legal community, aligning with market trends and student needs.

• Tutor A-Level Law, Sociology, and University Law students through upcoming exams. Demonstrating time management, balancing tutoring with academic commitments, and adapting teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring all students achieve their academic goals.
• Conducted mock examinations to prepare students for assessments and improve performance.
• All A-Level students have improved their grades by 2 grade boundaries, with all of them achieving a B or higher, and all University students have achieved 60% or higher in the relevant modules.

• Completed an 8-week fellowship sat in the South East Asia Death Penalty team, the Bonavero Institute at the University of Oxford funded my fellowship.
• Conducted legal and factual research on regional death penalty developments, producing briefings and advocacy materials.
• Supported casework and advocacy, including minute-taking, file management, and weekly updates to senior staff.
• Improved organisational efficiency by streamlining document and case file structures.
• Completed urgent research for a case that had become time-critical, working under a very tight deadline. The Head of Casework described my research as integral and highly useful, which strengthened my confidence in handling pressure and producing clear, reliable work at speed.

• Let's Talk About Loss runs monthly meet-ups in areas across the UK, where young people between the ages of 18 and 35 can come and talk about their bereavement. As well as being surrounded by those who have had similar experiences.
• Co-hosting this initiative required a deep sense of empathy and the ability to connect with others on sensitive topics.
• I organised monthly meet-ups for people aged 18-35, providing a safe environment for those experiencing loss. This included university students and local residents.

• I was part of the inaugural Young Expert programme, a group of young people who are experts or have specialised knowledge in specific fields related to girls' human rights. They include young lawyers, researchers, educators, and professionals who bring unique expertise and insights to GHRH. My specific area of expertise is access to higher education and social mobility.
• Supported the team during the GHRH Festival in 2024, assisting with the coordination and organisation of the event. Additionally, I co-moderated a panel titled “Showcasing Leadership Skills: Law, Journalism, Academia and Activism to Advance Girls' Human Rights,” hosted at Hogan Lovells. At the 2025 GHRH festival, I co-moderated two sessions: "Showcasing Leadership in Action Activism to Advance Girls' Human Rights" at Hogan Lovells and "Human Rights in Practice: What Does Girl Human Rights Work Entail and What Impact Does it Have?" at the Supreme Court.

• Completed a 3-week work experience scheme in the Disputes and Investigations department, sitting beside a senior associate.
• Carried out due diligence on an active case efficiently, attended client meetings and took minutes.
• Conducted detailed research on various cases to find relevant legal precedents and applicable laws, aiding in the preparation of comprehensive legal advice
• During a team practice task, we were expected to represent our clients in a mock presentation in front of lawyers at the firm. During the planning stage, I took on the role of team leader to help better organise our preparation time.

• Represented BCLP at the university, promoting the firm to a wide range of students with a focus on diversity and Inclusion.
• Built a contact database through outreach to student societies and engaged directly with peers to answer queries and raise the firm's profile.
• Adapted outreach strategies to effectively engage with a diverse student body, ensuring that the firm's message was accessible and appealing to a wide audience.
• Hosted a "Meet the Brand Ambassadors" event with fellow Brand Ambassadors at Oxford.
• Utilised Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram to advertise the firm's upcoming events; strategically picking these platforms as they were most used by the target audience.

Vice President

December 2021 – December 2022

• Managed a team of 8 and assumed presidential duties during the President’s illness, ensuring continuity in leadership.
• Supported the Treasurer in managing budgets, enhancing financial and organisational skills.
• Secured sponsorships and partnerships, contributing to a 70% increase in event turnout.
• Restarted the Paksoc Annual Access Conference after it had been cancelled the previous year due to COVID-19. This was a particularly special event as I attended the first-ever conference as a prospective student in 2019. I spearheaded the planning during 2020 as Access Officer and 2021 as Vice President, with over 150+ students attending the two events. The feedback report found that all students who attended felt more informed and supported in making their Oxbridge application.

Access Officer

December 2020 - December 2021

• Encouraged and supported students of colour and from underprivileged backgrounds to apply to the University of Oxford
• Led a successful Access conference in March 2021 for 80 students via Zoom, with university staff and current students to support students in their application to a top University.