What I'm doing now:
Laura - I am a Chartered Town Planner working for a national planning consultancy based in Manchester.
Chloe - I am an Associate Solicitor at Eversheds Sutherland, an international law firm. I work in the Manchester office and specialise in Employment Law. I have experience acting for both companies and individuals in Employment Tribunal Litigation including claims for unfair dismissal, all types of discrimination and whistleblowing.
Sally - I am the manager at Elizabeth Gaskell's House, the former home of the Victorian author, famous for writing North and South, Mary Barton and the first biography of Charlotte Bronte. I am responsible for running the house as visitor attraction, conference, events and wedding venue with a team of paid staff and volunteer.
Karin - I am currently first seat trainee solicitor in the Real Estate Litigation team at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP. I am located in the Manchester office.
Why I volunteer:
Laura - To meet like-minded people who have shared similar experiences to me at Lancaster - it's always great getting to know new people and making new connections.
Chloe - In Manchester, through work or socialising, I regularly meet Lancaster alumni. The first question I ask or get asked is which college was I in? And the debate commences! People from Lancaster have common ground like no other and I think it is great to keep in touch and share opportunities and know how across various industries.
Sally - After years of grumbling that there wasn't a northern/Manchester group I decided that I'd better do something about that. The experience of meeting alumni of all ages has been so enriching and interesting.
Karin - I absolutely loved my university experience as it was a fantastic place to personally grow and to plan my career. I want to volunteer because I want to help students in finding their career path and show them that with the correct mindset and commitment everything is possible.
