Mehreen Hayat
Stockholm,AB
Summary
Legal professional with international experience at the Permanent Mission of Sweden to the UN, specializing in international human rights and refugee law. Strong interest in the relationship between asylum systems, international refugee law, and human rights law. Skilled in drafting policy reports, engaging with civil society and state actors, Committed, analytical, and driven by a deep sense of justice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Permanent Mission of Sweden to the United Nations
Geneva
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Participated in the 58th session of the Human Rights Council, covering a broad spectrum of human rights issues
- Engaged with both Swedish and international NGOs, and attended numerous side events during HRC 58.
- Participated in the 48th session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR)
- Attended and supported Sweden's UPR, which involved a delegation of 20 representatives from various Swedish government agencies
- Reported from WHO briefings on the humanitarian health situations in Ukraine, Syria, and Gaza
- Participated in the 78th session of the World Health Assembly (WHA78)
- Contributed to the negotiations of the Pandemic Treaty, which was successfully concluded
- Took part in the work of UNAIDS in the development of a new Global AIDS Strategy
- I developed strong skills in active listening and the ability to swiftly summarize the most salient points from often lengthy and complex UN meetings.
Process Support
Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansinspektionen)
Stockholm, Sweden
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Handled cases related to insider trading reporting, short selling, deferred disclosures, and periodic reporting.
- Managed the switchboard from 9-11 AM.
- Engaged with private individuals, companies, law firms, etc., via phone and email.
- Developed strong independence and the ability to efficiently manage tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Sigtunahem AB
Sigtuna, Sweden
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Company Overview: Sigtunahem is a real estate company that owns and manages 4,500 apartments and rental units in Sigtuna Municipality.
- Supported property managers by reviewing rental properties, updating systems, and conducting property inventories.
- Advised on real estate law.
Junior Legal Advisor
Union SRAT
Stockholm, Sweden
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: The union SRAT is a union with approximately 21,000 members. It represents a diverse range of professionals, from employees in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to Associate Audiologists, Chiropractors, Dental Hygienists, Healthcare advisors, Opticians, Perfusionists, Podatrists, Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers.
- Provided legal advice to members on labor law issues, including leave, parental benefits, reorganizations, and employment disputes.
- Explained complex legal systems in simple terms for members, improving my communication skills.
Pawnbroker
Sefina Pawnshop
Stockholm, Sweden
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Responsible for receiving customers, valuing items, granting loans, and conducting sales of goods.
- Improved my customer service and developed my stress tolerance.
- Being multilingual has contributed to increased customer satisfaction during my time at Sefina.
Front Desk Trainee
Law Firm Schjødt
Stockholm, Sweden
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: Schjødt is a Norwegian law firm with offices in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and London. The firm operates in multiple practice areas, such as Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, and Real Estate, among others.
- Managed client calls, scheduled meetings, and ensured positive first impressions for this international law firm.
Student Coach
Edsberg Summer School
Sollentuna, Sweden
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked as a student coach and taught students aged 14-16 in mathematics, Swedish, and English.
- The work contributed to improving my teaching and teamwork skills.
- Many students have expressed gratitude and joy at having me as a coach and mentioned that my way of explaining complex issues in simple terms has increased their understanding.
Education
MASTER OF LAW (LLM) - international public law & human rights
UPPSALA UNIVERSITY
Uppsala, SwedenEXCHANGE SEMESTER -
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA LAW SCHOOL
Minneapolis, United States of AmericaHIGH SCHOOL - economics & law
RUDBECK HIGH SCHOOL
Sollentuna, SwedenSkills
- Human rights advocacy
- Legal research
- Report writing
- Multitasking and organization
- Human rights law
- Multilateral negotiations
- International law expertise
Volunteer Experience
Vice President 09/2023-06/2024
Law Students for Democratic Socialism - Uppsala
- As the vice president of the student association Law Students for Democratic Socialism, I was responsible for organizing events and discussions for students on a wide range of topics, including economic inequality in Sweden, climate issues, democracy, criminal policy, and migration.
- My role involved coordinating speakers, planning events, and fostering student engagement in critical societal debates.
- This position required strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to facilitate discussions on complex legal and political issues.
Legal Advisor & Team Leader, 09/2022 - 01/2024
Street Lawyers (Gatujuristerna) - Rinkeby, Sweden
- Delivered monthly legal counseling to homeless individuals and vulnerable communities in Rinkeby.
- Provided legal advice on social security, consumer, contract, and family law.
- Led a team of 3 students while managing client interactions effectively.
- Enhanced client satisfaction and team collaboration through active listening and empowerment.
Timeline
Intern
Permanent Mission of Sweden to the United Nations
01.2025 - 06.2025
Process Support
Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansinspektionen)
01.2024 - 07.2024
Administrative Assistant
Sigtunahem AB
06.2023 - 09.2023
Junior Legal Advisor
Union SRAT
01.2023 - 08.2023
Pawnbroker
Sefina Pawnshop
06.2022 - 09.2022
Front Desk Trainee
Law Firm Schjødt
01.2022 - 08.2022
Student Coach
Edsberg Summer School
06.2020 - 09.2020
MASTER OF LAW (LLM) - international public law & human rights
UPPSALA UNIVERSITY
EXCHANGE SEMESTER -
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA LAW SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL - economics & law
RUDBECK HIGH SCHOOL
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