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Konyere Uzoma

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Konyere Uzoma

Summary

Accomplished professional with nearly 3 decades expertise in debt recovery, legal drafting and proof reading of documents. Most prominent strength lies in an ability to prioritise and profer solutions for the most challenging situations. Being proactive to avert foreseeable and unforeseeable mishaps that could impact clients briefs is an effortless talent. Also excels in contract compliance, management and team building. Demonstrates leadership in driving successful contract negotiations and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Adept at fostering collaborative environments and achieving organisational goals through strategic planning and effective communication.

Overview

18
years of professional experience

Work History

Alboss Consulting Ltd
Ilford , Essex

Project manager
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution and delivery.
  • Expedited issue resolution to minimise delays in project timelines.
  • Implemented quality control measures, ensured adherence to standards.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, enhanced team productivity substantially.
  • Updated databases with current client, contract and service agreements.

Response UK limited
Dartford , Kent

Contracts manager
03.2015 - 12.2019

Job overview

  • Conducted comprehensive contract reviews, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects managing contract schedules efficiently.
  • Negotiated new and existing provider contracts per agreed processes, meeting organisation priorities.
  • Provided advice to gracefully handle and de-escalate conflict.
  • Structured legal information to help increase awareness and understanding.

Response UK limited
Dartford , Kent

Legal and contractual affairs manager
01.2020 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations and industry best practices which impacted the organisation's operations.
  • Managed legal risk across the company by drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of complex commercial contracts.
  • Mitigated potential litigation risks with thorough contract review processes.
  • Handled official documents to maintain privacy, authenticity and accuracy.
  • Responded to time-sensitive queries quickly for fast resolution.

Ministry of Justice
London , London

Administrative officer
02.2007 - 02.2015

Job overview

  • Prioritised tasks for timely completion of projects.
  • Delegated work effectively amongst team members; encouraged shared responsibility and teamwork.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in procedures or policies; maintained consistency in output quality despite fluctuations in workload demands.
  • Provided excellent customer service for improved client satisfaction.
  • Generated written materials with meticulous attention to grammar and spelling.

Education

The Nigerian Law School
Lagos

BL from Law practice

University Overview

  • Barrister At Law Qualification

Lead Academy
London

QLS Level 4 from Leadership And Management
08.2024

University Overview

  • CPD & IPHM Diploma

Abia State University
Abia State

LLB honours from Law

University Overview

  • Law Degree

Skills

  • Contract compliance
  • Management
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Contract negotiation
  • Legal drafting and proof reading
  • Researching

Additional Information

Additional Information

Konyere Uzoma has an LLB degree in Law and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1995. Her areas of expertise include debt recovery and legal drafting. Abroad, she worked with one of the foremost Law firms of the day, where she adapted to being an intensely skilled eagle eyed solicitor. In the UK, she has held administrative positions in both case progression and case officer roles in Her Majesty's Courts Services (HMCS) and Her Majesty's Prison Services (HMPS), under the Ministry of Justice.

Her most prominent strength lies in her ability to prioritise and profer solutions for even the most challenging situations. Being proactive to avert foreseeable and unforeseeable mishaps that could impact clients briefs is an asset and talent she effortlessly prides herself on.

She has obtained a CPD and IPHM globally certified diploma in Leadership And Management, which puts her at the forefront of leadership roles. She has also obtained a diploma in Public Speaking Mastery and is also a fellow of the Institute for Humanitarian Services And Social Development, which works in conjunction with the United Nations Institute For Training. Her doctorate studies in Peace and Conflict Resolution brings her impeccable skills of negotiation to fore.

She is currently a Project Manager, where all her acqured skills are being utilezed for the impeccable completion of projects.

Affiliations

Affiliations

Institute For Humanitarian Services And Social Development


Institute For Crisis, Peace building And Conciliation


The Nigerian Bar Association

Quote

The price of inaction is far greater than the cost of a mistake
Meg Whitman

Timeline

Project manager
Alboss Consulting Ltd
09.2023 - Current
Legal and contractual affairs manager
Response UK limited
01.2020 - 07.2023
Contracts manager
Response UK limited
03.2015 - 12.2019
Administrative officer
Ministry of Justice
02.2007 - 02.2015
The Nigerian Law School
BL from Law practice
Lead Academy
QLS Level 4 from Leadership And Management
Abia State University
LLB honours from Law
Konyere Uzoma