Isabel Harrison

 A recent postgraduate from the University of Exeter with a Master‘s Degree in International Law (Distinction) and an undergraduate degree in International Relations, Sustainability and Mediterranean Studies (2:1).

I lived in four countries, studied 8 foreign languages of which I am fluent in Dutch, have 8 years of political campaigning experience and 7 years experience with a range of agencies, I competed internationally as a Cheerleader and Gymnast on my university’s competitive team and I am a keen long-distance runner who has ran both a half marathon and a full marathon, raising funds for the Alzheimer’s society both times.

2015-Present: Campaigning for a Political Party, engaging with the public through canvassing and doorknocking, sorting through paperwork, leaflets and other public materials in a timely fashion as well as enhancing my ability to concisely relay messages to interested individuals.

• 2021:  Local Council Candidate - I ran for political office, demonstrating my determination to advocate for my principles.
• 2020 - 2021: Youth Representative on Local Party Executive - I aimed to inspire the next generation of local politicians by creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for debate and discussion.

2016-2019 & 2021-2022: Mystery Shopper for several agencies.  These jobs require punctuality, understanding one’s brief and operating with discretion to protect employers’ interests.

2016: Thames Motor Yacht Club Waitress - I engaged with members of the public on a friendly basis and made sure to bring their drinks to them punctually.

2016: Fishbourne Roman Palace - I presented ancient artefacts in a lively manner to draw interest from the public, particularly younger attendants.

2015: Teaching Assistant at Purbrook Park School - This enhanced my ability to interact with children and to work on a set structure, making sure students focussed on their learning.

2013-2015: Portsmouth Watersports Centre Sailing Instructor’s Assistant - I interacted with children, primarily helping them overcome their challenges and fears around sailing.

2013: The Goldsmiths Company, London EC2 – I helped as part of the Goldsmiths' Summer Exhibition at Somerset House. I learnt to work as part of a team, sorting through admin and taking good care around several highly valuable artefacts.

• 2021 – 2022: University of Exeter, Master’s Degree in International Law: Distinction.
• 2016 – 2020: University of Exeter: Flexible Combined Honours Degree with Year Study Abroad in International Relations with Sustainability with Mediterranean Studies: 2:1.
• 2018-2019: Year Abroad at University College Utrecht, Netherlands: International Law, Sustainability and Economics.
• 2014 - 2016: The Portsmouth Grammar School: IB in Philosophy, Spanish, Latin, English, Physics and Maths: 32 points overall including 7 in Philosophy.
• 2012-2014: Purbrook Park School: Dutch A-Level A Grade (age 15) and 16 GCSEs: 5 A*s, 2 As, 7 Bs, 1 C & 1 D.