Experience
I am a successful law graduate who recently completed the Legal Practice Course while continuing my work for a Member of Parliament. I bring enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a high level of reliability to all my endeavours.
Understanding the importance of teamwork, I prioritise effective communication with colleagues and peers. As a passionate problem solver and highly creative thinker, I am always eager to learn and explore new ideas.
My commitment to community involvement and making a positive impact is demonstrated through my role as a Trustee for a local homeless charity and my active participation in local projects aimed at improving the lives of those in need.
Skills
Leadership and Responsibility
I have been chosen to represent my peers on a number of occasions, as a student representative as well as running various clubs and societies on campus.
Written skills
During my time working for an MP, I am responsible to draft responses to constituents, ministers & various government departments daily, challenging the methods and actions taken and sharing the responses.
Commercial awareness and organisation
As a club & society leader at Teesside University, I was responsible for organising weekly training, and teaching as well as competitions and social events members could be involved with.
Communication skills
While working for an MP and as a student representative, I listen to issues, formulate a plan and action then feedback the results good or bad to keep people informed.
Information Technology
I have many skills in IT from programming development to office applications. I have created web sites, and leaflets using Adobe Photoshop, InDesign & Canva as well as common applications such as MS Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook and Powerpoint.
Education
LLM in Legal Practice (LPC)
2021
Northumbria University
LLB in Law
2017
Teesside University
Computer Studies
2003
Teesside University
BTEC in IT Applications
1997
Stockton VI Form College
Courses
- 2023 Universal Credit
- 2023 Essential Writing Skills for Members’ staff
- 2022 Media Handling & Social Media
- 2021 Intro to Immigration Law
- 2021 Intro to Housing Law
- 2021 GDPR Data Protection
- 2020 PIP / UC Training
- 2020 Office Manager Training (CMI)
- 2018 Equality & Diversity
- 2017 Safeguarding
- 2018 Dementia Awareness
- 2019 Conflict Management
- 2017 First Aid at Work
- 2009 Assistant Trampoline Coaching + Safeguarding
- 2003 Deaf Awareness & BSL
Volunteer Work
I have a real passion to change the community I live in and believe the best way to do this is through action so I volunteer and work with organisations to help improve things where I can.
Currently, I serve as a trustee for Bridge House Mission, a local homelessness charity, where I contribute to supporting and advancing their mission.