Kiera Wardle
About Kiera Wardle
Kiera Wardle is a Trainee Solicitor currently working at Linklaters in London. She has a diverse background in legal internships and student leadership roles, having studied Law with Criminology at The University of Manchester.
Current Role at Linklaters
Kiera Wardle is currently employed as a Trainee Solicitor at Linklaters, a leading international law firm, since 2023. In this role, she is gaining practical experience in various aspects of law while working under the guidance of experienced solicitors. Her position at Linklaters follows her previous involvement with the firm as a Future Trainee Solicitor from 2021 to 2023.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Kiera has accumulated a range of legal experience through various internships and placements. She participated in the Winter Vacation Scheme at Linklaters in 2020 and completed virtual work experiences with firms such as Hogan Lovells, Memery Crystal LLP, and Clifford Chance. Additionally, she attended multiple insight series and events organized by Clifford Chance, enhancing her understanding of the legal industry.
Educational Background
Kiera studied Law with Criminology (LLB) at The University of Manchester from 2019 to 2022. She furthered her legal education at BPP University, where she completed the City Consortium Programme and SQE from 2022 to 2023. Kiera also completed her AS and A Levels at Loughborough College and obtained her GCSEs at Iveshead School.
Involvement in University Activities
During her time at The University of Manchester, Kiera was actively involved in student organizations. She co-founded and served as President of the UoM Cocktail Society from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she worked as a Peer Mentor for the Law Department and served as a Student Advisor at the Legal Advice Centre, contributing to the academic community.
Early Work Experience
Kiera's early work experience includes roles in customer service and hospitality. She worked as a Customer Service Assistant and Supervisor at Moto Hospitality from 2016 to 2021. She also participated in various training programs, including the Barista Maestro Course and Coffee Excellence Workshop, which provided her with valuable skills in customer interaction and service.