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Olivia Adams

Christchurch,Canterbury

Summary

For 18 years, I competed at the national level in Equestrian Show Jumping. This taught me how to persevere, work hard and perform under pressure. As I move into the next phase of my life I am looking to apply these skills into the legal environment. My experience at the Christchurch Mens Prison honed my interpersonal communication, demonstrating my capacity to collaborate effectively and adapt swiftly to diverse environments. I am now looking for my next challenge to demonstrate my abilities in a professional setting.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Law Volunteer

Christchurch Mens Prison - Youth Unit
08.2024 - Current
  • Tutored diverse groups of inmates, between the ages of 17-20, to strengthen their comprehension on various legal topics and build important life skills.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey legal information to inmates in a way they could easily understand.
  • Enhanced inmates understanding of legal topics by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and fostering an engaging and collaborative environment.

Research Assistant

University of Canterbury - Psychology Department
03.2023 - Current
  • Produced hundreds of reports over a two month period from an in depth analysis of survey results.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Maintained strict adherence to deadlines, successfully delivering reports on time without compromising quality.
  • Utilized advanced Excel functions to analyze large datasets, identifying trends and areas for potential improvement within the organization''s records management system.

Merchandiser

Cookie Time
02.2023 - Current
  • Drove around the company van to deliver stock to supermarkets, gas stations and dairy's.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
  • Solely managed the North Canterbury Franchise and employees for a two week period while the owner was on holiday.

Manufacturing Assistant

Verkerks
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Worked across many different parts of the factory including dispatch, slice & pack and curing & production.
  • Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Bachelor of Laws -

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ
11.2025

Villa Maria College
Christchurch, NZ
2021

Skills

Positive Attitude

Teamwork and Collaboration

Organized and Efficient

Attention to Detail

Fast Learner

Client Communication

Timeline

Community Law Volunteer

Christchurch Mens Prison - Youth Unit
08.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

University of Canterbury - Psychology Department
03.2023 - Current

Merchandiser

Cookie Time
02.2023 - Current

Manufacturing Assistant

Verkerks
12.2021 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Laws -

University of Canterbury

Villa Maria College
Olivia Adams