Aderonke Ajisola

Rapidly promoted from College Mentor to Student Director after one week due to consistently demonstrating leadership, initiative, and ownership. Coordinate daily college operations, student supervision, and multi-department logistics in a high-pressure, 63-hour-per-week residential environment.

Conducted multi-jurisdictional Customer Due Diligence (CDD) on new and existing clients to ensure compliance with MLR 2017 and the Fifth EU Money Laundering Directive. Reviewed client engagement letters to identify potential money laundering and reputational risks and escalated issues where appropriate.

Assisted fee earners in the Corporate Funds (Transactional) and Maritime & Offshore (Litigation) teams on live client matters. Drafted a Side Letter to an Investment Management Agreement that was sent directly to the client following supervisor review.

Utilised communication and interpersonal skills to efficiently deal with customer enquiries at the welcome desk and by phone and email. Designed and implemented a QR code system to direct students and visitors to frequently requested library resources, improving user experience and reducing repetitive queries.

Promoted within two weeks in 2023 from Activity Leader to Senior Activity Leader, taking charge of a boarding house and leading a team to coordinate student welfare and activities for 100+ international students. Returned in 2024 as Deputy Activity Manager, overseeing logistics for excursions of up to 200 students, managing risk assessments, and acting as the key decision-maker in the Manager’s ab

Gained hands-on experience in the Real Estate and IP teams by assisting with document review, data room management, and drafting red flag reports for potential acquisitions. Identified missing legal deeds in data room audit, helping streamline the due diligence process.

Led a team of student advisers to deliver pro bono legal support to startups and small businesses across Sheffield. Oversaw case progression using a digital case management system and ensured timely drafting of tailored client advice letters.

Collaborated with ambassadors and academic staff to deliver open days and outreach events, presenting to large audiences and engaging prospective students and their families.

Promoted from Student Fundraiser to Supervisor after being recognised as a top-performing fundraiser and selected to represent the team at an alumni event at the House of Lords. Led and motivated a team to exceed a £50,000 fundraising target.

Achieved a 250% increase in paid membership and a 400% increase in revenue. Communicated with members, stakeholders and external parties to collaborate and secure partnerships.

Grade: Second Class Honours, Division One

Completed LLB with Second Class Honours, Division One, and was awarded a 50% Merit Scholarship based on academic performance and extracurricular leadership. Achieved top-10 marks across three law modules.

Grade: A in all subjects

Completed UFP (A-level equivalent) with grades A in Communication Skills, Law, Psychology, Sociology, and ICT. Awarded Best Graduating Student and prizes for highest achievement in Law, Psychology, and Sociology.

Grade: A1-B3

Completed WASSCE (GCSE equivalent) with 9 subjects at A1-B3, including Mathematics (B3), English Literature (B2), and English Language (B2).