Antonia Harding
Christchurch
Summary
Third-year LLB student with consistent academic performance and a solid foundation in legal research and case analysis. Employment across client-facing and team-based roles has developed resilience, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills. Bringing a practical work ethic and a willingness to take initiative, with the aim of contributing meaningfully within a collaborative, high-performing legal team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Assistant
Jamie Kay
, Christchurch
04.2025 - Current
- Enhanced time management skills by balancing work with full-time university study and meeting productivity expectations in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed an attention to detail by picking and packing orders accurately while also ensuring correct stock selection and dispatch.
Orchard Worker
Apata Kiwifruit
, Whanganui
10.2024 - 02.2026
- Demonstrated strong work ethic by consistently maintaining productivity during long shifts in physically demanding outdoor conditions.
- Worked independently with trust to complete tasks unsupervised, showcasing self-motivation and accountability.
- Collaborated effectively in teams during picking and packing to help achieve collective production targets.
Waitress and Kitchen Hand
Compass Group
, Whanganui
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Advanced responsibilities by working within regulated hospital guidelines, following clear systems and processes and complying with strict hygiene and safety protocols.
Waitress
La Quattro
, Whanganui
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Developed client service and professionalism skills through managing any complaints and difficult situations calmly and representing the business as a first point of contact.
- Refined communication skills by employing active listening to ensure accurate orders, adapted tone depending on customer and used clear verbal communication with customers and kitchen staff.
- Learnt to manage multiple tables simultaneously, worked efficiently during busy service periods and prioritised tasks under pressure.
Education
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ01-2027
High School Diploma -
Whanganui Collegiate School
Whanganui12-2023
Certification
Clio - The Legal AI Fundamentals Certificate - Issued in August 2025
Lexis Nexis - 'Get Ready For Work' - Issued in July 2025
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver Award
Lexis Nexis - 'Get Ready For Work' - Issued in July 2025
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver Award
Leadership
- Class Representative for Immigration and Refugee Law 2026
- Member of LAWSOC for the last 3 years
- Member of UC Women in Law for the last 2 years
- Representative Netball player and captain from 2017-2023
- School Prefect and Head of Boarding House at Whanganui Collegiate School 2023
Volunteering
- Member of UC Volunteering Army for the last 3 years
- Breakfast in Schools Program
- Foodbank drives
- Netball Umpiring
- St Johns Ambulance supermarket collection
References
Joline Henry
Past Housemaster
021 146 6217
Greg McIver
Past Manager
027 381 1313
greg.mciver@apatagrow.co.nz
Timeline
Warehouse Assistant
Jamie Kay
04.2025 - Current
Orchard Worker
Apata Kiwifruit
10.2024 - 02.2026
Waitress and Kitchen Hand
Compass Group
10.2023 - 02.2024
Waitress
La Quattro
01.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Canterbury
High School Diploma -
Whanganui Collegiate School