Daisy Gurney
Enthusiastic, friendly, and customer-focused, searching for opportunities where I can utilise my previous experience in fast-paced, customer-facing roles.
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Enthusiastic, friendly, and customer-focused, searching for opportunities where I can utilise my previous experience in fast-paced, customer-facing roles. My strong teamwork skills and adaptability allow me to remain calm in challenging, high-pressure scenarios and support colleagues wherever necessary. I am eager to contribute positively to a new opportunity and develop these skills further in a supportive team.
Experience
Aspiring Solicitor's Access Programme - A&O Shearman
(2026-06)
- Selected from a pool of hundreds of applicants to learn from a Magic Circle law firm
- Opportunity to enhance the skills needed to be a successful trainee solicitor
- Opportunity to maximise my networking and teamwork skills with other aspiring legal professionals
Aspiring Solicitor's AS First Scheme
(2026-01)
- Developed a greater understanding of how strong commercial awareness can maximise success, not only within a legal setting, but in a wider business context
- Worked collaboratively on feedback tasks with others from a range of professional backgrounds
Catering Assistant - Impact Food Group
(2023-09 - 2024-01)
- Ensured tills, tables and premises were stocked, cleaned and presented to a high standard
- Provided efficient and friendly customer service and accurately handled enquiries effectively
- Operated tills and processed payments confidently
- Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure a smooth process during peak times of the day
Dance Leader/Teacher - Carshalton High School for Girls
(2023-09 - 2024-09)
- Promoted classes and shows, increasing the overall intake of students to open classes
- Delivered confident, engaging and fun classes, creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere
- Worked collaboratively with other leaders, increasing teamwork and problem-solving skills
- Acted as a role model and figurehead for younger students
Social Secretary of Surrey Dance Squad - University of Surrey
(2026-05)
- Elected as one of three social secretaries in the University of Surrey's Dance Society, with over 230 members
- Tasked with organising events, booking venues, and enhancing the team environment by being a fun and outgoing face of the society
- Challenged with planning and organising a society-wide international tour
Primary School Teaching Assistant - Beddington Infant and Nursery School
(2024-07 - 2024-07)
- Worked productively in a fast-paced environment, coordinating tasks with team members
- Adapted to the different demands of each student and activity, maintaining calm under pressure
- Ensured areas were clean and hygienic, in line with safety procedures outlined by the school
- Communicated clearly with students and staff
Leisure Centre Recreation Assistant - Wandle Recreation Centre
(2022-05 - 2022-05)
- Monitored the facilities to ensure environment was safe, clean and welcoming
- Helped customers across multiple areas of the centre, including the gym, pitches and reception
- Managed payments, bookings and transactions with accuracy
Education
Bachelor of Laws - LLB - University of Surrey (2025-09)
A Level - English Literature - Carshalton High School for Girls (2018-09 - 2025-06)
A Level - Psychology - Carshalton High School for Girls (2018-09 - 2025-06)
A Level - Biology - Carshalton High School for Girls (2018-09 - 2025-06)
GCSE - English Language - Carshalton High School for Girls (2018-09 - 2025-06)
GCSE - Maths - Carshalton High School for Girls (2018-09 - 2025-06)