Tamim Miah
Sunderland
Summary
'Soon-to-be MLaw graduate and former Student Legal Advisor seeking a Paralegal position to leverage 9 months of clinical legal experience and a diverse professional background spanning multiple industries.'
I offer a sophisticated blend of academic legal theory and practical application, with proven competency in client interviewing, legal research, and case management. I am a meticulous, client-focused professional with a proven track record of exceeding high-value KPIs in tech-retail, now dedicated to providing high-quality support to fee-earners after completing my Integrated Masters.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assembly Operative (Temporary Contract)
Pin Point Recruitment
Sunderland
2026.06 - Current
- Ensured 100% accuracy against technical specifications while assembling high-volume orders
- Adhered to Standardised Operating Procedures (SOPs) for consistent and compliant production output
Property Manager for a short-term rental property
Self-employed
2026.01 - 2026.06
- Responsibilities included managing reservations, communicating with guests, coordinating cleaning and maintenance, and ensuring the property is consistently presented to a high standard.
Sales Advisor
Currys
Sunderland
2022.10 - 2026.03
- Achieved the highest Sold-With (upselling) performance in the store, reaching a 313% rate year-to-date against a 120% target, following a 282.2% achievement in the previous financial year.
- Led the store in credit and finance acquisitions for two years, achieving a 29.4% conversion rate FYTD against a 20% target; ensured all financial applications met strict internal and regulatory compliance standards.
- Outperformed full-time colleagues to consistently rank as the top performer in the Computing department for service sales, leading in both revenue (£) and conversion rate (%).
Student Legal Advisor
The Student Law Office at Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2024.09 - 2025.05
- Conducted technical research into the Equality Act 2010 and the Employment Rights Act 1996 using Westlaw/LexisNexis to identify relevant case law and assess the legal merits of specific tribunal claims.
- Conducted formal consultations to extract sensitive evidence, subsequently drafting technically accurate Letters of Advice, Schedules of Loss and Attendance Notes to meet strict procedural deadlines.
- Operated under the strict supervision of a qualified solicitor, ensuring all the work adhered to SRA Principles and maintained client confidentiality in line with GDPR.
Work Experience Student
Thompsons Solicitors
Newcastle upon Tyne
2022.08 - 2022.08
- Completed a one-week work experience placement, gaining insight into the firm's operations, shadowing a solicitor, assisting with the preparation of legal paperwork, and developing an understanding of office systems and legal processes.
Work Experience Student
Bates Wells
London (Remote)
2021.04 - 2021.04
- Completed a one-week virtual work experience placement, gaining insight into the firm's practice areas and developing an understanding of the work undertaken by solicitors through discussions, case studies, and practical exercises.
Education
Master of Law (MLaw) – Integrated Master’s Degree -
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne 2022.09 - 2026.06
A-Levels - Criminology (A), Law (A), Sociology (B)
Sunderland College
Sunderland 2020.09 - 2022.06
Pathways to Law Programme -
Sutton Trust
Newcastle Upon Tyne 2020.09 - 2022.06
Skills
- Legal Research & Analysis
- Client Interviewing & Intake
- Client Relationship Management
- Case & File Management
- Regulatory Compliance & GDPR
- Commercial Awareness
Languages
Bengali
Native
French
Elementary
Timeline
Assembly Operative (Temporary Contract)
Pin Point Recruitment
2026.06 - Current
Property Manager for a short-term rental property
Self-employed
2026.01 - 2026.06
Student Legal Advisor
The Student Law Office at Northumbria University
2024.09 - 2025.05
Sales Advisor
Currys
2022.10 - 2026.03
Master of Law (MLaw) – Integrated Master’s Degree -
Northumbria University
2022.09 - 2026.06
Work Experience Student
Thompsons Solicitors
2022.08 - 2022.08
Work Experience Student
Bates Wells
2021.04 - 2021.04
A-Levels - Criminology (A), Law (A), Sociology (B)
Sunderland College
2020.09 - 2022.06
Pathways to Law Programme -
Sutton Trust
2020.09 - 2022.06