I'm a highly motivated professional with over five years of experience as a PA/Executive Assistant, specializing in politics and law. I excel at managing demanding calendars, coordinating high-stakes communications, and turning complex policy issues into clear, accessible content while meeting tight deadlines. In roles with Fine Gael and DWF LLP, I've supported senior leaders, drafted and edited newsletters, coordinated events, and delivered proactive administrative and coordination support across multiple offices. I'm a reliable team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves turning ideas into practical solutions.

Akula Chopra

I'm a highly motivated professional with over five years of experience as a PA/Executive Assistant, specializing in politics and law. I excel at managing demanding calendars, coordinating high-stakes communications, and turning complex policy issues into clear, accessible content while meeting tight deadlines. In roles with Fine Gael and DWF LLP, I've supported senior leaders, drafted and edited newsletters, coordinated events, and delivered proactive administrative and coordination support across multiple offices. I'm a reliable team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves turning ideas into practical solutions.

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I’m a highly motivated professional with over five years of experience as a PA/Executive Assistant, specializing in politics and law. I excel at managing demanding calendars, coordinating high-stakes communications, and turning complex policy issues into clear, accessible content while meeting tight deadlines.

In roles with Fine Gael and DWF LLP, I’ve supported senior leaders, drafted and edited newsletters, coordinated events, and delivered proactive administrative and coordination support across multiple offices. I’m a reliable team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves turning ideas into practical solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Urdu
Intermediate
Panjabi, Punjabi
Intermediate

Work Experience

Legal Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant at DWF LLP
September 1, 2024 - Present
Took full ownership of high-volume, complex billing operations; managed multiple enterprise systems (Kofax, Esker, Chrome River, Reed McKay); supported diary management, travel bookings, and onboarding; prepared meeting packs; contributed to audits; coached colleagues; managed corporate inboxes and liaised with partners and fee earners.
Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant at Cllr. Punam Rane - Fine Gael
February 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Prepared and distributed weekly residents' update letters and stakeholder communications; authored articles for local newspapers; produced newsletters used in canvassing; supported funding applications; immigration law research; drafted motions for Fingal County Council; maintained daily liaison with political figures; provided high-level administrative support to Fine Gael senators and TDs; managed calendars for six C-suite fee earners; supported events and delegated tasks.
Personal Assistant / Secretary at Steer Law Solicitors
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
As the sole initial employee, set up operations, managed client intake and consultations, helped move to a larger office, and established filing systems. Drafted policy documents, handled social media, prepared legal briefs, assessed eligibility for legal aid, chased aged debt, trained staff on billing, onboarded clients, attended courts/tribunals, conducted legal research, and tracked legislation for solicitors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts: Law at Dublin Business School
October 1, 2019 - January 27, 2026
Bachelor of Laws: Legal Studies at Dublin Business School
October 1, 2020 - January 27, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization