Olubukola Odu
Manchester,MAN
Summary
Dedicated and resourceful legal professional with over 10 years of practical expertise in legal and business matters. Proficient in managing relationships, demonstrating resourcefulness, and resolving complex problems. Adept at overseeing compliance, drafting legal documents, and providing strategic counsel. Possesses a solid educational background in law, including an LLM in International Business Law, and a proven track record in various roles across Law, communications and administration. Especially skilled in stakeholder management, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Support Officer
CAPITA (ELECTRONIC MONITORING SYSTEM)
05.2023 - Current
- Interface with service users and address specific support or information requests with strict consideration for data privacy and compliance regulations
- Generate and review necessary documentation for non-compliance reporting to relevant agencies
- Investigate user activity and computer generated events, using produced data to generate and record evidence necessary to aid stakeholder investigations
- Update and maintain records of events and documents.
Legal Officer and Head of Administration
HIGHRACHY INVESTMENT AND TECHNOLOGY LTD
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Drafted and negotiated property agreements, ensuring compliance with government regulations
- Managed in-house documentation and records, ensuring compliance with legal and internal standards
- Provided legal advisory on contracts and Joint Venture negotiations to mitigate company exposure
- Coordinated company administrative team and activities
- Interfaced with relevant agencies and stakeholder representatives to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Lead Editor
VERBATIM COMMUNICATIONS LTD
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Coordinated and managed the planning and execution processes of the organisation’s publishing and editorial projects
- Establishing deliverables, maintaining standards and ensuring delivery within specified timelines
- Supervised the company’s team of writers and content developers
- Managed the company’s relationships with clients and contractors and ensured compliance with legal and internal standards
- Ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.
Legal Officer / Management Support Executive
OKB & ASSOCIATES LTD
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Drafted company correspondence and property agreements, conducted due diligence
- Oversaw compliance with government regulations and industry requirements
- Coordinated administrative and management support activities.
Projects Coordinator
LITERACY INTEGRATION AND FORMAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Led the remodeling of an elementary school for the less privileged
- Organized charity fundraiser events and oversaw donation drives for less privileged communities
- Maintained records of and relationships with donors and stakeholders.
Legal Associate, Litigation
BIODUN OLATUNJI & CO (BARRISTERS AND SOLICITORS)
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed client portfolios, conducted client counseling, and represented clients in mediation and litigation
- Conducted legal due diligence, research, and documentation for various legal matters.
Education
LLM - International Business Law
University of Bolton
09.2023
B.L. -
Nigerian Law School
08.2012
LL.B. -
University of Ibadan
01.2011
National Diploma (OND) - Mass Communication
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
01.2005
Skills
- Leadership
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication
- Stakeholder Management
- Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Data Entry
- MS Office
- Customer Relations
- Relationship Building
- Supervision and leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
Affiliations
Nigerian Bar Association, 11/2012
Social Impact Work
- The Destiny Trust Foundation, Volunteer / Management Team Member, 2017, Present
- The Destiny Trust Foundation, Team Lead, Strategy and Communications Team, 2019, 2022
- The Covenant Nation, Team Lead, Content Unit, 2019, 2022
- Corps Legal Aid Scheme, Vice-President, 2013
- Covenant Community Groups, Co-Lead, Legal Practitioners Community Group, 06/2021, Present
Timeline
Operations Support Officer
CAPITA (ELECTRONIC MONITORING SYSTEM)
05.2023 - Current
Legal Officer and Head of Administration
HIGHRACHY INVESTMENT AND TECHNOLOGY LTD
01.2020 - 06.2022
Lead Editor
VERBATIM COMMUNICATIONS LTD
11.2018 - 08.2020
Legal Officer / Management Support Executive
OKB & ASSOCIATES LTD
11.2017 - 08.2018
Projects Coordinator
LITERACY INTEGRATION AND FORMAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION
07.2015 - 04.2016
Legal Associate, Litigation
BIODUN OLATUNJI & CO (BARRISTERS AND SOLICITORS)
01.2014 - 06.2015
LLM - International Business Law
University of Bolton
B.L. -
Nigerian Law School
LL.B. -
University of Ibadan
National Diploma (OND) - Mass Communication
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
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