Joshua Jake Cela

Accounts Assistant and Receptionist

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Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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About me
Future Trainee Solicitor at Ward Hadaway LLP and First Class Law LL.B (Hons) Graduate
Education
- Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
  2018 - 2020
  A-Level Extended Project Qualification, Law, Geography, Psychology A*, A*, B, B
  Activities and Societies: Student Ambassador, College Basketball Team Through studying A-Level Law I developed a broad range of skills, such as written and verbal communication skills as a result of writing focussed and structured essay style questions as well as taking part in classroom discussions. Furthermore, I have developed my analytical skills due to the evaluative elements of the course. Studying A-Level Law has also increased my awareness of the topical issues which impact society, the law is forever changing and it is extremely interesting to see it… Show more Through studying A-Level Law I developed a broad range of skills, such as written and verbal communication skills as a result of writing focussed and structured essay style questions as well as taking part in classroom discussions. Furthermore, I have developed my analytical skills due to the evaluative elements of the course. Studying A-Level Law has also increased my awareness of the topical issues which impact society, the law is forever changing and it is extremely interesting to see it develop overtime to meet the needs of society. Show less
- Newcastle University
  2020 - 2023
  Bachelor of Laws - LLB Law First Class
  Activities and Societies: Newcastle University Law Society, Newcastle University Mediation Society, Student Ambassador, Peer Mentor, and Lead Peer Mentor. In September 2020 I began studying for a Law LL.B (Hons) degree at Newcastle University. I thoroughly enjoyed studying the stage one modules of: Legal Institutions and Method, Public Law, Land Law, and Contract Law. Within stage two I studied the following modules: Criminal Law, Tort Law, EU Law, and Equity and Trusts. In stage three I studied: Competition Law, Company Law, Employment Law, Intellectual Property Law, Family Law, and Commercial Law. I thoroughly enjoyed my degree and further… Show more In September 2020 I began studying for a Law LL.B (Hons) degree at Newcastle University. I thoroughly enjoyed studying the stage one modules of: Legal Institutions and Method, Public Law, Land Law, and Contract Law. Within stage two I studied the following modules: Criminal Law, Tort Law, EU Law, and Equity and Trusts. In stage three I studied: Competition Law, Company Law, Employment Law, Intellectual Property Law, Family Law, and Commercial Law. I thoroughly enjoyed my degree and further developed both personally and academically. I am delighted to have graduated with a First Class Law LL.B (Hons) degree. Show less
- The University of Law
  2023 - 2024
  LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) Law
  In September 2023 I began studying the LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) course at The University of Law, Newcastle.I am currently working towards sitting the SQE1 examinations in January 2024.
Experience
- SG Petch Ltd
  Aug 2019 - now
  Accounts Assistant and Receptionist
  - Processing purchase ledger invoices and raising ad-hoc sales invoices.- Reconciling the nominal ledger controlling account.- Daily cash book posting.- Identifying customer queries and relaying them to the relevant members of staff.- Resolving queries where possible.- Frequently communicating with customers in-person and through telephone conversation.- Resolving customer complaints where appropriate.- Managing customer data input where necessary.
- Newcastle University
  May 2021 - Oct 2023
  Student Ambassador
  - Assisting with Newcastle Law School open days and offer holder days.- Facilitating the learning process for prospective students during the PARTNERS Academic Summer School, this includes hosting seminars and questions and answer sessions.
- Hewitts Solicitors
  Jul 2021 - Jul 2022
  Office Assistant
  - A full-time role as an office assistant during vacation periods.- Acting as an office assistant within the residential conveyancing department.- Responsible for drafting various forms of legal documentation.- Liaising with clients via in-person and telephone conversation.- Assisting with general tasks within the office environment.
- Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
  Jun 2022 - Oct 2022
  Marker of Work
  - Responsible for marking criminal law mock examinations.- Provided detailed feedback for each script and points for improvement.
Licenses & Certifications
- Lexis+ Advanced Certificate
  LexisNexis
  Sept 2022
- LexisLibrary Advanced Certification
  LexisNexis
  Nov 2020
- Lexis+ Foundation Certificate
  LexisNexis
  Sept 2022
- Westlaw UK Basic Certificate
  Thomson Reuters
  Nov 2020
- Westlaw UK Advanced Certificate
  Thomson Reuters
  Nov 2020
- LexisLibrary Foundation Certification
  LexisNexis
  Nov 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  The Michael Duffel Partners Prize, Stage Two Newcastle University Jul 2022 An annual prize awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Board of Examiners in Law has achieved the best overall performance in the current academic year, and who has come through the PARTNERS programme to study Law, is starting their second year of study, is from the North East and is living away from home.
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  Ward Hadaway Scholarship Ward Hadaway Nov 2021 An exclusive scholarship awarded to two law students from Newcastle University whom were chosen from the top 10% of students on the Newcastle University stage one honour roll.
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  Newcastle University Endowed Prize Award Newcastle University Aug 2021 Awarded for high academic achievement throughout the 2020/21 academic year, and for being one of the best performing undergraduate students in stage one examinations across all three Newcastle University faculties.
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  The J.H. Rennoldson Prize Newcastle University Jul 2021 An annual prize awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Board of Examiners in Law, has achieved the best overall performance in the current academic year, and who has come through the PARTNERS programme to study Law, is starting their second year of study, is from the North East and is living away from home.
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  The Michael Duffel Partners Prize, Stage One Newcastle University Jul 2021 An annual prize awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Board of Examiners in Law has achieved the best overall performance in the current academic year, and who has come through the PARTNERS programme to study Law, is starting their second year of study, is from the North East and is living away from home.
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  The Oxford University Press Law Prize Oxford University Press Jul 2021 An annual prize awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Board of Examiners in Law, gives the best overall performance in a stage 1 module.
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  The Routledge Prize for Best Performance in First Year Routledge Jul 2021 An annual prize awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Board of Examiners in Law, gives the best performance in the First Examination for the degree of Bachelor of Laws.
- Awarded to Joshua Jake Cela
  Womble Bond Dickinson Land Law Prize Womble Bond Dickinson Jul 2021 An annual prize awarded to the student who, in the opinion of the Board of Examiners in Law, gives the best performance in the subject Land Law.
Volunteer Experience
- Peer Mentor
  Issued by Newcastle University on Apr 2021
  Associated with Joshua Jake Cela
- Lead Peer Mentor
  Issued by Newcastle University on Sept 2022
  Associated with Joshua Jake Cela
- Volunteer
  Issued by Citizens Advice on Jun 2019
  Associated with Joshua Jake Cela