Conor Sparkes
Conor Sparkes CV
Professional Status
Employed
Available
About Me
Highly motivated law graduate with a Master of Laws (LLM) and practical experience as a Part-Time Law Lecturer at Coventry University. Strong background in legal research, academic writing, and delivering clear, structured teaching to undergraduate students. Seeking early-career opportunities within academia, legal support roles, policy, compliance, or research-focused positions where analytical and communication skills can be effectively applied.
Eligible to work in the UK.
Willing to relocate or work hybrid/remote.
References available upon request.
Eligible to work in the UK.
Willing to relocate or work hybrid/remote.
References available upon request.
Lecturer (Teaching) in Law
Coventry University
September 2024
to February 2026
- Deliver lectures and seminars across undergraduate law modules, supporting student understanding of complex legal principles.
- Design and prepare teaching materials aligned with module learning outcomes.
- Create and mark coursework and assessments, providing clear, constructive, and academically rigorous feedback.
- Support students with academic development, including legal writing, research skills, and exam preparation.
- Demonstrate strong presentation, organisation, and classroom management skills.
Sales Assistant
Heart of England Co-operative
June 2022
to August 2019
- Provided excellent customer service within a fast-paced retail environment.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and responsibly.
- Assisted customers with enquiries while maintaining professionalism.
- Worked effectively as part of a team, demonstrating reliability and strong interpersonal skills.
Received a Distinction award.
Completed postgraduate legal studies with an emphasis on advanced legal research, critical analysis, and independent academic work.
Produced high-quality written assessments demonstrating strong legal reasoning and attention to detail.
Received Course Tutor Prize for Master of Law.
Completed postgraduate legal studies with an emphasis on advanced legal research, critical analysis, and independent academic work.
Produced high-quality written assessments demonstrating strong legal reasoning and attention to detail.
Received Course Tutor Prize for Master of Law.
Received a First Class award.
Gained a solid foundation in core areas of law including Contract, Tort, Criminal Law, Public Law, and EU Law.
Developed strong skills in case analysis, statutory interpretation, legal research, and structured legal writing.
Dissertation published into Coventry Law Journal as recognition of exceptional academic work.
Gained a solid foundation in core areas of law including Contract, Tort, Criminal Law, Public Law, and EU Law.
Developed strong skills in case analysis, statutory interpretation, legal research, and structured legal writing.
Dissertation published into Coventry Law Journal as recognition of exceptional academic work.
- Legal research and case law analysis
- Academic writing and referencing
- Critical analysis and problem-solving
- Assessment marking and feedback
- Legal presentation and explanation
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Public speaking and teaching
- Time management and organisation
- Stakeholder and student engagement
- Teamwork and adaptability
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Virtual learning environments (e.g. Moodle, Blackboard)
- Legal research databases (e.g. Westlaw, LexisNexis)
