jordan yelland-hey

I had the opportunity to work alongside the corporate, litigation and residential conveyancing teams. Whilst working with the corporate team, I took on a number of tasks including using information set out on Form IN01 and on Companies House to create a comprehensive set of registers for a new company; a range of research tasks in preparation for upcoming client meetings; Commercial Law tasks by drafting both a Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy (with an accompanying Cookies Statement) for a client. I observed and assisted the conveyancing team with client interviews at a variety of stages in the conveyancing process, from taking initial instructions, explaining a legal obstacle relevant to a particular transaction through to clients coming in to sign up and have the findings of the investigation of title explained; research tasks arising as a result of the meetings; drafting subsequent correspondence to clients summarising the meeting and advising on the next steps; issued a precedent agenda for the firm (in relation to the impacts of fracking on the local conveyancing process).

* Shadowing a Prosecution Team Leader in Leeds Magistrates Court. The role involved assisting in liaising with a victim to find out the terms required for a restraining order * informing the victim of the next stage of the process * reviewing the evidential requirements of charge files and providing my opinion as to which court they would be best allocated * review of defence statements and advice on what reasonable enquiries could be made.

Part time Barista. The company was often the main refreshments provider at events, meaning an inevitably high footfall of customers, an environment in which I was able to utilise my propensity to work well under pressure. I oversaw events, ensuring the vehicle outlets and stock were sourced and delivered to the correct location; allocating staff on the day of the events; operating as a Barista at one of the outlets whilst also ensuring the other outlets were being run and managed efficiently; at the end of trading, I would collect and count takings from all outlets, record the information and report to the Managing Director.

Summer intern as a Factory Operative. Numerous challenges included quality control and packing of individual items as per specific orders. I was also given the opportunity to learn techniques specific to high-end commercial upholstery, demonstrating a desire for progression.

Student Advisor in the Huddersfield Legal Advice Clinic, a service supported by the University with the aim of providing pro-bono legal advice to members of the public. The role involves: - Taking instructions from clients in relation to their legal issues, requiring prior research and planning to maintain a focused, concise interview; - Managing the feelings and emotions of clients from a cross-section of the community to preserve a calm environment, an atmosphere I consider to be essential to building professional relationships; - Undertaking risk-assessment case conferences and making detailed assessments of the viability of the case

* A fast-paced, customer facing role involving: * Liaising with all parties involved in a transaction, from the point of instruction through to ensuring a smooth progression of the sale and subsequent completion to promote consistent client satisfaction; * Managing both a personal and office diary in relation to accompanied viewings and client meetings to ensure my time is managed effectively.

* A promotion within the company is testament to my determination to progress and gain the most from every opportunity: * Leading a small team of colleagues; * Delegation of tasks in a busy restaurant environment to ensure a positive customer experience; * The fast-paced working environment has given me the ability to multi-task under pressure whilst making the best informed judgements. * Whilst not linked directly to my chosen career path, the work allowed the development of experience in the working environment and dealing professionally with customers.