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SHAIV MAHARAJ

SHAIV MAHARAJ

Johannesburg

Summary

Ambitious LLB student with hands-on experience in legal analysis, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Manages complex responsibilities and cultivates client relationships. Delivers results under pressure through strategic thinking and effective communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

DJ Mentor & Events Coordinator

Rise Academy
Johannesburg
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Mentored over 100 students in DJing, performance, and music industry fundamentals.
  • Coordinated logistics, sponsorships, and teams for large-scale events and showcases, ensuring successful execution under high-pressure conditions.
  • Developed leadership, teamwork, and client engagement skills through hands-on mentorship and event coordination.
  • Fostered a dynamic learning environment at South Africa's largest music academy, enhancing student engagement and experience.

Paralegal

Viren Naidoo & Associates
Pietermaritzburg
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, and archiving to support the legal team's efficiency.
  • Organised client meetings, scheduled appointments, and prepared agendas to enhance communication and collaboration.
  • Managed case files, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt retrieval of information.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case preparation and legal proceedings.
  • Assisted lawyers by researching and synthesising information from legal resources to support case strategy.
  • Coordinated with multiple departments regarding responsive documents and document retention.
  • Liaised with clients to gather relevant information and provided guidance on procedural matters, ensuring clarity and compliance.

Managing Director

Exclusive Hub
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Founded digital marketing and branding agency, delivering strategy, design, and content solutions that empowered small businesses.
  • Oversaw client acquisition and campaign performance, driving measurable brand growth through effective creative direction.
  • Developed financial discipline and strategic thinking via budget planning and revenue management to enhance organisational sustainability.
  • Established a digital marketing and branding agency that provided strategy, design, and content solutions for small businesses.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

University of South Africa (UNISA)
Pretoria, GP
01-2026

Bacholor's Degree -

Boksburg High School
Boksburg, GP
01-2022

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Client engagement
  • Strategic thinking
  • Legal writing
  • Case analysis
  • Organisational skills
  • Case file organisation
  • Court procedures

Languages

English

Hobbies and Interests

  • Financial Markets
  • Event Management
  • Global Economics
  • Behavioral Economic Trends
  • Emerging Markets and Global Development
  • Strategic Investment Analysis

Leadership Experience

  • Mentor at Rise Academy - Guided aspiring DJs in skill development and industry readiness.
  • Founder, Exclusive Hub - Established a creative business providing scalable digital strategies.
  • Assisted with local mentorship and events centered around the entertainment industry.

Timeline

Paralegal

Viren Naidoo & Associates
01.2023 - 01.2025

Managing Director

Exclusive Hub
01.2023 - 01.2025

DJ Mentor & Events Coordinator

Rise Academy
01.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Bacholor's Degree -

Boksburg High School
SHAIV MAHARAJ