1. In no more than 250 words, please state below why you are applying for this opportunity with the GLS
My desire to practice law dates back to a full-time job in a citizens’ advice unit. By assisting citizens in applying for planning permissions, selling property and registering land, I realised the significance of straightforward legal guidance on every transaction. During my internship in the Legislation Drafting Department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, I observed the process of European legislation transposition. Whilst appreciating the benefits of the original regulation for the sector, I witnessed how ambiguous implementation puzzled young farmers and potentially jeopardised their prospects of entering the business. In a result, I became determined to pursue a career where I can gauge through the interaction of laws and ensure correct and clear transposition of international legislation.
Furthermore, as I have examined the pitfalls in the law and discussed possible improvements in my university essays, I am eager to influence legislation, not simply implement it in private practice. Finally, having …show more content…
As Residence Life Mentor at the University of Exeter I was responsible for monitoring students’ welfare. I undertook to build strong bonds with the 97 students I was assigned to by visiting them on a weekly basis. Having created a positive relationship, a student shared her difficulty in making new friends so I endeavoured to improve her student experience by expressing her concerns. I contacted the accommodation office on her behalf and voiced her wish to have a room-mate. Additionally, after speaking to society-members and distinguishing university societies which strive to facilitate real friendships between members, I provided the student with a comprehensive list of activities matching her interests. She eventually joined the Harry Potter and the Chocolate
My desire to practice law dates back to a full-time job in a citizens’ advice unit. By assisting citizens in applying for planning permissions, selling property and registering land, I realised the significance of straightforward legal guidance on every transaction. During my internship in the Legislation Drafting Department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, I observed the process of European legislation transposition. Whilst appreciating the benefits of the original regulation for the sector, I witnessed how ambiguous implementation puzzled young farmers and potentially jeopardised their prospects of entering the business. In a result, I became determined to pursue a career where I can gauge through the interaction of laws and ensure correct and clear transposition of international legislation.
Furthermore, as I have examined the pitfalls in the law and discussed possible improvements in my university essays, I am eager to influence legislation, not simply implement it in private practice. Finally, having …show more content…
As Residence Life Mentor at the University of Exeter I was responsible for monitoring students’ welfare. I undertook to build strong bonds with the 97 students I was assigned to by visiting them on a weekly basis. Having created a positive relationship, a student shared her difficulty in making new friends so I endeavoured to improve her student experience by expressing her concerns. I contacted the accommodation office on her behalf and voiced her wish to have a room-mate. Additionally, after speaking to society-members and distinguishing university societies which strive to facilitate real friendships between members, I provided the student with a comprehensive list of activities matching her interests. She eventually joined the Harry Potter and the Chocolate