William MacKean
Marlow,Buckingha
Summary
I am a driven individual with a solid foundation in research, analytical thinking and strong comunication. My history studes have allowed me to hone my passions for and interests in the historical interplay between international humanitarian law and colonial and post-colonial societies, with a focus on how legal norms have evolved in response to decolonisation, conflict, and the pursuit of justice and freedom. I am now eager to apply these interests in humanitarian law in a practical setting to create real change.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Waiter
Heritage Portfolio
Edinburgh, Midlothian
2024.09 - Current
- Working at events such Royal Ascot, weddings, private dinners and restaurants
- Full training given including Health & Safety
Co-Founder
Paradox Records
Edinburgh, Midlothian
2023.03 - Current
- Co-founded an events label
- Gained insights into the running of a business, managing accounts and budgets, marketing and B2B relations
- Established a brand identity through capitalising on the niche of live guitar and DJ music
Legal intern
JCP Solicitors
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
2025.04 - 2025.04
- Participated in client consultations regarding wills, probate and trusts.
- Reviewed and analysed complex legal documents surrounding commercial property, overseeing the transfer of commercial property and assisting in dispute resolution cases.
- Supervised document review tasks, such as TR1, ST5 and AP1 documents to ensure timely completion of projects.
Wine waiter
École du Vin de Bordeaux
Paris, L'Île de France
2023.09 - 2023.09
- Full-time wine waiter at the Shira Omnivore Wine and Food Festival in Paris
- Overseeing and leading wine tastings
Building Project and Consultancy Intern
Savills
London, London
2023.07 - 2023.08
- Shadowed project managers and consultants in projects such as property development and site acquisitions
- Gained experience in effective teamwork and customer relations to contribute effectively to wider corporate goals
- Maintained a high level of service whilst dealing with client queries and complaints.
Labourer
Orion Ltd
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
2022.06 - 2022.09
- Full-time labourer
- Combining early-mornings with 12 hour shifts on sites from home builds to nursing homes
Runner and Waiter
The Ivy Marlow garden
Marlow , Buckinghamshire
2020.07 - 2022.07
- Part-time runner and waiter
- Full Health & Safety training given
Waiter
Burgers of Marlow
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
2019.04 - 2020.01
- Waiter at a local family-run business
Porperty development Intern
Fynecast Homes
Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire
2019.07 - 2019.07
- Shadowed the company director and supported the departmental running of commercial and residential property
- Gained insights into the economics of property development and property investment
Paper Boy
D & J News
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
2014.05 - 2017.04
- Part-time newspaper delivery
Education
A-Levels - History
Reading Blue Coat School
Reading 09/2014 - 05/2021
A-Levels - French
Reading Blue Coat
Reading 09/2014 - 05/2021
A-Levels - Business
Reading Blue Coat
Reading 09/2014 - 05/2021
A-Levels - EPQ
Reading Blue Coat
Reading 09/2014 - 05/2021
Master of Arts - History
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 09/2021 -
Study Abroad Exchange - History
Université de Panthéon-Sorbonne
Paris 09/2023 - 06/2024
Skills
- I am a focussed, self-motviated and self-dsicplined individual
- I like building relationships in any context, from sport to professional settings
- I am both a critical and creative thinker and perform in tasks requiring innovative and analytical solutions
- I am a confident communicator, drawing on my background in music performance to develop active listening, adaptability, and clear expression
Affiliations
- Triathlons
- Marathons - 2 hours 57 minutes
- Music - guitar, bass and singing and songwriting
Languages
French
Fluent
Timeline
Legal intern
JCP Solicitors
2025.04 - 2025.04
Waiter
Heritage Portfolio
2024.09 - Current
Wine waiter
École du Vin de Bordeaux
2023.09 - 2023.09
Building Project and Consultancy Intern
Savills
2023.07 - 2023.08
Co-Founder
Paradox Records
2023.03 - Current
Labourer
Orion Ltd
2022.06 - 2022.09
Runner and Waiter
The Ivy Marlow garden
2020.07 - 2022.07
Porperty development Intern
Fynecast Homes
2019.07 - 2019.07
Waiter
Burgers of Marlow
2019.04 - 2020.01
Paper Boy
D & J News
2014.05 - 2017.04
A-Levels - History
Reading Blue Coat School
09/2014 - 05/2021
A-Levels - French
Reading Blue Coat
09/2014 - 05/2021
A-Levels - Business
Reading Blue Coat
09/2014 - 05/2021
A-Levels - EPQ
Reading Blue Coat
09/2014 - 05/2021
Master of Arts - History
University of Edinburgh
09/2021 -
Study Abroad Exchange - History
Université de Panthéon-Sorbonne
09/2023 - 06/2024