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Tahira Akbar

Tahira Akbar

Law Student
London,United Kingdon

Summary

Second-year law student at the University of Greenwich. Winner of the University of Greenwich North America Scholarship Award. Motivated student eager to enhance the skill set and offer high-value administrative support in a legal environment. In-depth knowledge of legal terminology and documentation. Thrives in fast-paced environments with exceptional attention to detail and keen time-management skills. Emerging legal professional motivated to apply education to hands-on legal support. Excellent organizational skills with expertise in drafting legal documents and correspondence. Pragmatic communicator with superior problem-solving skills.

Overview

2
2

Years of post-secondary education - College Level

2
2

Years of Education at the University Level

Education

DEC - Law, Society and Justice

Marianopolis Collége
Montreal, Canada
2020.08 - 2022.05

LLB Honours

University of Greenwich
London
2022.09 -

Skills

  • Case interpretation
  • Persuasive writing
  • Issue spotting
  • Reviewing contracts
  • Debating and mooting
  • Relationship building
  • Legal research
  • Oral argument
  • Legal project work
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving

Languages

English
Master or proficient
C2
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Urdo
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Advanced
C1

Profile

  • University of Greenwich North America Scholarship Award.
  • Director General's Student Life Scholarship awarded at Marianopolis College (2020-2021 and 2021-2022)
  • Model the way honors award from SWLSB (2017)
  • Civic Ceremony of Ville de Laval certificate of social citizenship (2018 and 2019)
  • Model the way honors award from SWLSB (2018 and 2019)

Work history

Shoezone Sales Assistant

  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
  • Engaged customers to enhance in-store experience and provide outstanding customer service.
  • Helped to prevent shoplifting by reporting or escalating suspicious activity or known offenders.
  • Maintained impeccably high standards store presentation and hygiene through cleaning.
  • Cultivated loyal, profitable customer relationships, asking open-ended questions to assess and cater to individual needs.
  • Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
  • Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
  • Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
  • Managed till operations by promptly and precisely scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts.
  • Developed appropriate resources to meet needs of diverse audiences.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.

Hair salon assistant

Tony&Guy
Stratford, Newham
2023.01 - 2023.03
  • Helped salon processes run smoothly through effective appointment allocation.
  • Managed customer bookings, ensuring accurate and detailed appointment records were maintained.
  • Processed payments and provided receipts and appointment reminder cards for upcoming bookings.
  • Used conditioning treatments and products for enhanced client hair health.
  • Kept detailed records of customer information and services provided, maintaining continuity of provisions between stylists.
  • Managed cash registers, ensuring adequate funds and change ahead of salon opening.
  • Processed and recorded customer payments accurately.

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Quote

Hate no one, no matter how much they've wronged you. Live humbly, no matter how wealthy you become. Think positively, no matter how hard life is. Give much, even if you've been given little.
Imam Ali
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