Selma Jafarov
Sudbury,MA
Summary
Great communication and organizational skills in fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Skilled in managing schedules, handling inquiries, and providing strong customer service. Looking to transition into new field where these transferable skills can contribute to team success and overall efficiency in a more analytical and mathematical position.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal & Accounting Assistant
Law Office of Vugar Jafarov, LLC.
Sudbury
12.2024 - Current
- Manage front-office operations by answering calls, addressing client inquiries or concerns, and scheduling consultations.
- Prepare, organize, and review legal forms, case files, and client records.
- Design and work Excel sheet databases to maintain accurate financial records regarding client payments, services provided, outstanding balances, and billing information.
Hostess
DaVinci Bistro
Sudbury
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed reservations, waitlists, take-out orders, and guest seating in a high-volume restaurant environment.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while multitasking across phone inquiries, guest accommodations, and reservation systems.
- Assisted and coordinated with servers, kitchen staff, and bussers to ensure efficient service, timely food delivery, and smooth table turnover.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming dining environment to enhance the guest experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Actuarial Science
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CTSkills
Professional: Customer service, data & file management, front-desk administration, multi-line telephone systems, team collaboration, professional communication, attention to detail, organization, adaptability, analytical problem-solving, multitasking, and process efficiency
Technical/tools: Microsoft Excel, Grubhub, Doordash and Ubereats for merchants, eImmigration, Intuit, and ResyOS
Actuarial Exams
Exam FM | Passed
Exam P | Scheduled
Professional Development
Aetna College Day Program | April 10 2026
Participated in a career exploration program at Aetna headquarters in Hartford, Connecticut. Learned about healthcare, insurance, corporate operations, and professional career pathways; discovered an interest in the SOA healthcare domain. Engaged with employees and leadership through networking and professional development activities.
Involvements/Volunteer
Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA) | April 2026 – Present
Participate in networking and professional development opportunities within the latino community. Connect with students and industry professionals to explore career pathways and internship opportunities in the actuarial field.
UConn Actuarial Society | March 2025 – Present
Attend professional development events and networking opportunities with actuarial students and professionals. Gain insight into actuarial exams, internships, and career development through mentorship and industry engagement.
Calculus Tutor | January 2026 – Present
Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring in Calculus I, II, and III at UConn. Strengthen students' mathematical reasoning, problem-solving abilities, and conceptual understanding. Selected to tutor based on strong academic performance and demonstrated subject proficiency.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Paralegal & Accounting Assistant
Law Office of Vugar Jafarov, LLC.
12.2024 - Current
Hostess
DaVinci Bistro
08.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Actuarial Science
University of Connecticut