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Zoe Kenna

The Docks,Gloucestershire

Summary

I am a dedicated Senior Legal Assistant with a law degree and over 3 years of experience in the legal sector. Demonstrating a history of meeting company goals and promoting cohesive practices. I thrive under pressure and adapt to challenges with ingenuity and resilience, demonstrating proficiency in public relations and problem-solving. I am accustom to the use of complex Operating Management Software and am committed to working in collaborative environments, utilising effective relationship skills.

Overview

5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Legal Assistant

Thomas Legal
, Gloucestershire
2025.05 - Current
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.

Post Completion Assistant

Thomas Legal
Gloucestershire
2024.09 - 2025.05

Following my placement year, I was offered a part-time position, allowing me to continue supporting my colleagues while completing the final year of my degree.

  • Drafted outgoing correspondence in appropriate tone and style.
  • Supported staff with administrative tasks, reducing workload stress.
  • Handled confidential information, maintaining discretion and integrity.
  • Maintained high organisation levels with strong attention to detail.

Student Placement Year

Thomas Legal
Gloucestershire
2023.09 - 2024.09
  • Liaised with clients to maintain relationships and foster repeat business.
  • Maintained digital database, enhancing ease of access to information.
  • Processed invoices, ensuring timely payments.
  • Drafted business letters and emails to facilitate clear communication.
  • Answered phone calls promptly, providing excellent customer service.
  • Increased efficiency by handling correspondence and organising files.

Accountancy assistant

James Barry Accountants
Gloucestershire
2023.01 - 2023.07
  • Delivered financial insights with comprehensive account reconciliation and variance analysis.
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly management accounts for better business decision-making.
  • Ensured accurate bookkeeping by rigorously managing general ledger entries.
  • Entered transactions into internal databases.
  • Compiled financial data and prepared reports for accounting leadership review and use.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (LLB) - Law

University of Gloucestershire
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2021.09 - 2025.05

A-Levels - Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care

Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre
Newent, Gloucestershire
2019.09 - 2021.05

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Team building
  • Communication skills
  • Public Relations
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Knowledge of 'DPS' Operating Management Software

Affiliations

  • Long distance running
  • Charity Runs

Accomplishments

I have completed multiple sponsored half-marathon charity runs including Bath (3x), Bristol, Forest of Dean, Gloucester, Cheltenham and Cheddar Gorge. In total I have raised hundreds of pounds for charity through my dedication to long-distance running training. I aim to continue this training and help raise more money for charities and one day hope to complete the London marathon, donating my sponsorships to charity.

Timeline

Senior Legal Assistant

Thomas Legal
2025.05 - Current

Post Completion Assistant

Thomas Legal
2024.09 - 2025.05

Student Placement Year

Thomas Legal
2023.09 - 2024.09

Accountancy assistant

James Barry Accountants
2023.01 - 2023.07

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (LLB) - Law

University of Gloucestershire
2021.09 - 2025.05

A-Levels - Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care

Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre
2019.09 - 2021.05
Zoe Kenna