Josie Archer
About Josie Archer
Josie Archer is a Future Trainee Solicitor with extensive experience in legal and outreach roles. She has worked at notable organizations such as A&O Shearman and Deloitte, and has a strong academic background in Law and Linguistics from BPP and the University of Cambridge.
Work at A&O Shearman
Josie Archer has been working at A&O Shearman as a Future Trainee Solicitor since 2021. She participated in a Winter Vacation Scheme at the firm in 2021, which provided her with early exposure to the firm's operations. Her role as a Future Trainee Solicitor involves preparing for a career in law while gaining practical experience within the firm.
Education and Expertise
Josie Archer studied at the University of Cambridge, where she achieved a degree in Linguistics and Languages from 2019 to 2022. She furthered her legal education at BPP, completing the Law Foundations Course (PGDL) from 2022 to 2023 and the LLM SQE 1 & 2 from 2023 to 2024. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in both linguistics and law.
Background
Josie Archer attended The Henrietta Barnett School from 2012 to 2019, where she completed her secondary education. She has a diverse range of work experiences, including roles at the Financial Conduct Authority, Deloitte, and various law firms, which have contributed to her understanding of both legal and business environments.
Leadership and Outreach Experience
Josie served as a College Ambassador at St Catharine's College Cambridge from 2019 to 2022, representing the college and assisting in outreach activities. Additionally, she held the position of BAME Officer at the college from 2020 to 2021, where she advocated for diversity and inclusion within the college community. Her role as Reps Coordinator for Cambridge RAG from 2020 to 2021 demonstrated her leadership and organizational skills in coordinating fundraising activities.
Internships and Work Experience
Josie Archer has completed several internships and work experiences that have enriched her professional development. She gained experience in the Department of European Affairs at the Financial Conduct Authority in 2017, participated in a Summer Vacation Scheme at Deloitte in 2021, and engaged in various virtual internships, including roles at Clyde & Co and Bright Network in 2020. These experiences have provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and consulting sectors.