Sophie Adelowo
Coventry
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Bartender
JD Wetherspoons
2023.10 - 2025.08
- Developed strong communication skills, explaining products/offers clearly to diverse customers.
- Multitasked efficiently while maintaining accuracy in orders and stock management.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
- Trained new staff members effectively, ensuring top-notch service standards were maintained.
Research Assistant
Warwick Wrongful Convictions Project
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Researched wrongful conviction cases, presenting key findings to raise awareness and support fundraising.
- Wrote a well-received article on the Central Park Five case with high engagement.
- Fostered a collaborative environment by effectively communicating with team members.
Waitress/Barista
Coffee Barker Bracknell
2020.10 - 2023.09
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service.
- Executed food and drink orders accurately to improve customer satisfaction rates.
- Cross-trained on different stations to assist with production needs.
Event Staff
Mint People Agency
2021.07 - 2023.01
- Worked at large-scale events, adapting quickly to unexpected challenges and maintaining high service standards.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to ensure smooth event operations.
- Collaborated closely with event planners to understand client needs and expectations better.
- Maintained calm under pressure whilst dealing with unforeseen event issues.
Sales Assistant
The Range Bracknell
2019.10 - 2019.12
- Maintained stock levels, organised displays, and assisted customers effectively.
- Developed problem-solving and attention to detail skills in a retail setting.
Education
LLM Law - SQE1
BPP University Law School
Birmingham 2025.09 -
BA - Philosophy
University of Warwick
Coventry 2022.09 - 2025.06
A Levels -
The Sixth Form College Farnborough
Farnborough, Hampshire 2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs -
Ranelagh School
Bracknell, Bracknell Forest 2015.09 - 2020.06
Accomplishments
- BPP Law School Scholarship (2025) - Awarded for academic merit.
- Blackwell Reading List Foundation Scholarship (2021) - Recognised for academic achievement.
Virtual Work Experience
Linklaters
- Legal Foundations
- Handled incoming calls and emails, ensuring prompt response.
- Drafted legal documents, contributing to timely completion of cases.
- Conducted legal research, aiding in the successful resolution of mock cases.
- Introduction to Litigation
- Used problem-solving skills to resolve challenges and prioritise workload.
- Identified and resolved issues using critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LLM Law - SQE1
BPP University Law School
2025.09 -
Bartender
JD Wetherspoons
2023.10 - 2025.08
Research Assistant
Warwick Wrongful Convictions Project
2023.01 - 2024.01
BA - Philosophy
University of Warwick
2022.09 - 2025.06
Event Staff
Mint People Agency
2021.07 - 2023.01
Waitress/Barista
Coffee Barker Bracknell
2020.10 - 2023.09
A Levels -
The Sixth Form College Farnborough
2020.09 - 2022.06
Sales Assistant
The Range Bracknell
2019.10 - 2019.12
GCSEs -
Ranelagh School
2015.09 - 2020.06