Solicitor (Commercial)

• Mar 2021 - Present

Trainee Solicitor (Secondment)

• Sep 2019 - Feb 2021

Secondment to A.S. Watson (parent company of Superdrug, Savers and The Perfume Shop) working alongside the Head of Legal and commercial team. Secondment continued post-qualifcation.

Trainee Solicitor (Professional Risks)

• Mar 2019 - Sep 2019

• Dealing with a claim with a value of over £2m brought against an insurer and defending the claim through to arbitration including reviewing all correspondence and documents covering a seven year period• Acting for a leading financial services provider in relation to a data breach affecting a significant number of data subjects, including reviewing steps already taken with notification to the ICO and considering what further action was required• Acting for a regional firm in the defence of a claim from a former client relating to conveyancing advice including reviewing and preparing witness statements and preparing for trial• Preparing detailed defence reports for several insurer clients including proposals for strategy and potential settlement offers• Researching and advising on a high-level policy coverage issue relating to a claim by a large county council• Dealing with multiple claims against solicitors arising out of ancillary relief proceedings, trust and probate actions, corporate transactions and conveyancing within the role of delegated authority for a large insurer Show less

Trainee Solicitor (Commercial)

• Sep 2018 - Mar 2019

• Acting for a large public sector organisation on their GDPR compliance and remediation programmes, including (i) drafting GDPR-proof data protection clauses; (ii) the remediation of their third party contracts for compliance with the GDPR; (iii) leading negotiation sessions with third party suppliers; and (iv) ensuring that the programme continued smoothly through daily and weekly catch-ups with the relevant members of the client’s internal teams• Assisting on a substantial GDPR remediation project of a large publicly funded institution involving analysis of complex data flows between the client's suppliers and customers, which included government bodies and departments• Assisting and advising on the drafting of numerous commercial agreements for a large retailer including a number of variations with a combined value of circa £250k• Drafting a number of agreements for a large grocery retailer including contracts for the supply of goods and services; apprenticeship agreements, and a proposed bespoke employment benefit scheme• Developing fee proposals and fee updates for a significant client project including preparing bills Show less

Commercial Paralegal

• May 2018 - Sep 2018

• Supported the commercial and data protection teams with all areas of advice, process and compliance.• Highly involved in GDPR remediation projects for key clients including drafting of bespoke data protection terms and other associated documents including a playbook for future use.• Advising an estate agent and drafting bespoke terms and conditions for a new project regarding the provision conveyancing documents.• Monitoring a number of client dedicated inboxes relating to GDPR compliance and responding to queries raised from third parties and internal stakeholders. Show less

Commercial Legal Secretary

• Jan 2018 - Apr 2018

• Provided administrative support to multiple fee earners including managing diaries, organising meetings, travel and accommodation• Assisted with client billing including the preparation of bills and reporting using Excel • Developed an in-depth knowledge of the team and business group and adapted approach to correspondence and documents taking into account individual styles and preferences• Updated and maintained client records and marketing information on OnePlace

Director

• Aug 2021 - Present

Assistant Legal Counsel (Seconded)

• Mar 2021 - May 2021

Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements covering supply/purchase of goods and services, distribution, logistics, outsourcing, IP licencing, sponsorship and research & development including:o Drafting and negotiating several high-value non-exclusive logistics agreements providing for storage, packing, transport and delivery services for multiple locations across the UK;o Primary advisor for a bespoke agreement in relation to charity donations to be made through the design and sale of cosmetic bags including negotiating with the individual influencer designers;o Conducting a high level review between a precedent facilities management outsourcing agreement and an agreement provided by the supplier. Identifying and highlighting key differences and risks using a RAG rating;• Advising on day-to-day operational privacy issues including DSARs, data protection security incidents and international data transfers;• Advising on and considering the lawful basis for processing for a digital adherence programme involving sensitive personal data and international transfers and presenting the same to Group Head of Regulatory;• Evaluating and advising on over 200 Privacy Assessments (30% of all assessments across the wider Group) and maintaining the integrity of the Data Inventory (Article 30) records in ASW's privacy management software platform to ensure compliance with GDPR;• Reviewing and advising on new brand names and marks for own brand product lines, drafting IP assignments;• Leading on IP infringement claims including drafting response to a retailer regarding the alleged infringement of trade mark on a website and drafting a cease and desist letter to a discount retailer regarding passing off. Show less

Trainee Solicitor (Seconded)

• Sep 2019 - Feb 2021

• Drafting numerous TV clearances and location releases, ensuring the licences included the appropriate limitations covering territory, media and time period;• Conducting a high level review between a precedent facilities management outsourcing agreement and an agreement provided by the supplier. Identifying and highlighting key differences and risks using a RAG rating;• Instrumental in implementing an enhanced age restricted sales programme working closely with the Head of Legal and Store Operations Director to build key relationships with key external stakeholders, including (i) attending on-site audits with the Primary Authority and Store Operations team and feeding back recommendations; and (ii) drafting the final version of an age restricted policy for submission to the Primary Authority for assured advice;• Analysing and considering data protection relationship with a large consumer review website and negotiating appropriate data protection provisions which included liaising with Group Privacy;• Drafting an industry wide best practice guidance for sign off by the ICO for operational procedures.• Managing and instructing external solicitors on extensive trade mark and domain name portfolio;• First port of call on the team for marketing and advertising queries including pricing and promotions and marketing campaigns;• Highly involved in internal training including (i) developing several e-learning modules and working with HR and IT to arrange roll out across all three business units; (ii) delivering training at team meetings on the recent rulings to variation clauses and penalties; and (iii) on my own initiative, sending regular legal updates to the team on relevant issues. Show less

Partner

• Feb 2013 - Sep 2019

Secretary

• Sep 2018 - Aug 2019

• Responsible for general administration of the Committee • Managing membership of the SHJLD including dealing with comments and queries • Responding for drafting and circulating minutes of Committee meetings • Responsible for general administration of the Committee • Managing membership of the SHJLD including dealing with comments and queries • Responding for drafting and circulating minutes of Committee meetings

Corporate Legal Secretary

• Sep 2015 - Jan 2018

• Provided a high-level of daily administrative assistance to five solicitors/partners, including the Head of Department • Supervised and participated in the completion of document production including formatting and dictation • Responsible for file management and ensuring that files are kept to ISO standards • Supported fee earners with billing, credit control and other financial transactions • Dealt with enquiries from clients via phone and email • Drafted routine correspondence and arranging for delivery of legal correspondence to clients and solicitors • Managed the department's marketing activities and attendance through CRM Show less

Legal Assistant - Education

• Nov 2014 - Aug 2015

• Created an extensive database to log complaints – ensured they are followed through and directed to the relevant authority/department• Performed legal research and writing detailed reports on various areas of Education Law• Vital in the implementation of recommendations from ‘Trojan Horse” reports• Handled internal compliance reports, involving the collation and management of data • Provided administrative support to fee earners• Selected for secondment to Eversheds Inquiries & Investigations team• Performed a high level review of documentary evidence to highlight key trends – reviewed and analysed large quantities of documentary evidence Show less

Legal Assistant - Employment

• Jul 2013 - Nov 2014

• Validated and assessed Equal Pay claims accurately and efficiently• Liaised with other legal representatives to the proceedings on timetabling issues• Drafted court documentation and prepared indexed bundles and witness statements• Use of a case management system to ensure that matters are progressed quickly and efficiently• Extensive knowledge of administrative procedures in a legal environment including an understanding of court procedures, laws and regulations• Responded to System Access Requests within the regulations of the Freedom of Information Act, involving the collation and management of data• Trained and supervised staff• Assisted qualified lawyers within the team on more complex disputes• Handled telephone and email queries and acted as a first point of contact for people both in and outside the Council• Archived files and maintained a detail record Show less

Ecommerce Manager

• Feb 2012 - Aug 2012

• Developed communication skills through advising customers and answering their queries – via telephone and email • Used organisational and interpersonal skills to effectively manage a small team and maintain a positive working environment • Created and expanded the company’s portfolio on Amazon which achieved substantially increased profits (from £240pm to over £4000pm) • Developed communication skills through advising customers and answering their queries – via telephone and email • Used organisational and interpersonal skills to effectively manage a small team and maintain a positive working environment • Created and expanded the company’s portfolio on Amazon which achieved substantially increased profits (from £240pm to over £4000pm)

Sales Assistant

• Nov 2009 - Aug 2010

• Worked within a team to deliver excellent customer care in a busy environment, which required the ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure • Managed the stock levels on the cosmetic counters to maximise sales by ensuring product availability • Responsible for handling direct customer complaints and enquiries • Worked within a team to deliver excellent customer care in a busy environment, which required the ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure • Managed the stock levels on the cosmetic counters to maximise sales by ensuring product availability • Responsible for handling direct customer complaints and enquiries