Grace Karuraa
@gracekaruraa
Highly motivated virtual assistant with strong legal expertise.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
My name is Grace Rehema Muthoni, and I am a highly motivated professional with extensive experience as a virtual assistant. I excel in managing administrative tasks, conducting research, and facilitating client communications. My background in law complements my skills, allowing me to approach challenges with integrity and independence.
Throughout my career, I have freelanced as a virtual assistant, where I manage emails, calendars, and data entry while providing customer service and technical support. My role as a Legal Officer has further honed my legal research and contract drafting skills, ensuring compliance and offering legal advice. I am passionate about public speaking and have developed strong people skills that enable me to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Virtual Assistant
Freelancing
May 2023 - Present (2 years)
Currently working as a virtual assistant, managing emails, calendars, and data entry. Responsibilities include conducting research, preparing documents, handling customer service, and providing technical support.
Pupil
N. Kiagayu and Company Advocates
Apr 2023 - Oct 2023 (6 months)
Completed pupillage involving legal research, drafting contracts, and participating in court proceedings. Provided support to senior lawyers during negotiations.
Legal Officer
Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization
Oct 2022 - Mar 2023 (5 months)
Ensured legal compliance and offered legal advice. Responsibilities included drafting and reviewing contracts and providing training for widows.
Assistant Manager
Sound Five Nine Entertainment
Jan 2020 - May 2022 (2 years 4 months)
Managed customer support in escalated situations, oversaw workflow, and supervised employees to ensure efficient operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KLKenya School of Law
Advocates Training Program, Law
2022 - 2024
Practical, hands-on courses in Civil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, Probate, Legal Writing, Trial Advocacy, Ethics, Management, Conveyancing, and Commercial Transactions.
AUAfrica Nazarene University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
2016 - 2021
Focus on legal fundamentals, research, writing, ethics, advocacy, and critical thinking, with an emphasis on International Law.
Achievers College
Company Secretaries, Management
2018 -
Courses focused on accounting and management skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Job categories
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