Choose your Leeds JLD Committee for 2026
PUBLICITY OFFICER:
REBECCA FOSTER
Hi, I'm Becca. I am a third-year solicitor apprentice, and I am writing to express my interest in the Publicity Officer position with the LJLD. Having been an active member of LJLD for the past two years, I have seen firsthand just how valuable the organisation is to junior legal professionals. As publicity officer, I would aim to connect the organisation with even more junior professionals and broaden LJLD's reach, so that more people can benefit from the support offered throughout their early careers.
Through attending LJLD events since I began my apprenticeship in 2023, I have developed my networking skills and made connections with other professionals in different areas of the legal sector. I would love to support other junior lawyers in accessing the JLD and developing their skills through the events offered, by increasing the reach of LJLD online and by strengthening connections with local law firms. I would aim to achieve this by continuing to build on the LJLD's existing social media presence and frequent email communications and encouraging firms to signpost junior staff to the group.
I have enjoyed participating in the wide variety of events the LJLD runs, from netball to speed networking. I have seen just how much hard work the committee put into organising and running such events. I would love to be able to help out and share my ideas for the future of LJLD, alongside strengthening LJLD's online presence. As an apprentice at a firm with multiple offices, I am used to working effectively with wider members of the team, utilising online communication, something which I feel will be invaluable to the role of publicity officer. My current role and previous roles in the healthcare industry mean that I am extremely organised, I have a keen eye for detail and excellent teamwork skills. Throughout my apprenticeship, I have interacted with a wide range of clients and other professional advisers to strengthen my knowledge, connections and networking skills. I have a good understanding of social media platforms such as LinkedIn and Instagram; I believe that I would be able to continue to grow LJLD's presence on these platforms and design eye-catching graphics to build on the already successful attendance rates of LJLD.
I am a member of the Social Committee at my firm, and I'm frequently involved in all aspects of event planning, such as idea sharing, logistics planning, producing comms and posters and working as a group to ensure we create inclusive events throughout the year. I enjoy being able to support the committee to deliver enjoyable staff initiatives such as after work socials, summer
parties, and therefore think I would be well-suited to the role of publicity officer. I would be delighted to join the LJLD committee and support them in growing the division and delivering events throughout the year. I am eager for other junior professionals to benefit from the opportunities available through joining the JLD and would like to help nurture these relationships through the role of publicity officer.