MEREDITH-IDOWU KENNY
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced Compliance and Governance professional with six years in regulatory compliance, risk management, and legal operations across diverse sectors. Dual LL.M. in Commercial Law and European Legal Studies, specialising in legal research, due diligence, and policy implementation. Skilled in advising on compliance matters, conducting risk assessments, and enhancing governance frameworks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Break – Advanced Legal Studies & UK Market Preparation
Södertörn University
05.2023 - Current
- Acquired advanced knowledge of EU regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, international commercial law, and cross-border compliance to support legal practice.
- Deepened understanding of UK compliance, governance, and legal services environments to inform strategic legal decision-making.
- Completed LL.M. in European Legal Studies at Södertörn University, Sweden(2024)
- Completed LL.M. in Commercial Law at Uppsala University, Sweden(2025).
Assistant Head of Chambers (Senior Legal & Compliance Advisor)
Ogundipe O. Ogundipe & Co.
Nigeria
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Legal & Regulatory Advisory: Delivered legal and compliance advisory services to corporate, government, and private-sector clients on regulatory, administrative, and constitutional law matters, enhancing client understanding of compliance obligations.
- Contract Negotiation & Risk Mitigation: Drafted, negotiated, and reviewed commercial contracts, memoranda of understanding, and service agreements, identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks to protect client interests.
- Risk Management & Professional Standards: Conducted legal due diligence and risk assessments, advising clients on regulatory compliance and ethical obligations, ensuring adherence to legal standards and minimising potential liabilities.
- Governance & Legislative Compliance: Conducted legal reviews of local government by-laws and policy frameworks, ensuring compliance with constitutional and administrative law requirements.
- Team Leadership & Quality Assurance: Supervised junior legal associates, reviewed legal documentation, and maintained quality assurance standards across legal and compliance work.
HR Administrator (Talent Acquisition & People Operations)
Travel Radar
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported disciplinary and grievance matters, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and employment law, which contributed to fair and consistent handling of employee issues.
- Interpreted and communicated employment policies to remote workforce, guiding on leave, workplace conduct, and employee relations to foster understanding and adherence.
- Coordinated onboarding and induction activities, facilitating training on workplace policies, professional conduct, and data protection to enhance new employee integration.
- Developed travel technology solutions for UK market
Legal / Human Resources Manager
Payhomes Ltd
Nigeria
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Employment Law & HR Governance: Managed employee relations matters, disciplinary procedures, recruitment activities, and HR compliance processes.
- Corporate Governance & Contract Compliance: Reviewed commercial property contracts, lease agreements, and vendor contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
- Legal Risk Management for Business Operations: Conducted legal due diligence and risk assessments for property acquisition and business expansion projects.
- Cross-Functional Advisory & Policy Development: Assisted in developing internal policies, procedures, contract templates, and compliance frameworks to support organisational governance.
Legal Officer
Platinum Mortgage Bank Ltd
Nigeria
06.2012 - 09.2015
- Drafted and reviewed over 3,000 mortgage agreements, security documentation, and lending instruments, ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
- Conducted legal research, risk assessments, and due diligence relating to lending transactions, collateral security, and regulatory obligations.
- Supported debt recovery and enforcement processes through preparation of statutory notices, recovery correspondence, and supporting documentation.
- Reviewed loan documentation and assisted in identifying legal, regulatory, and credit risks associated with lending transactions.
- Maintained accurate legal records and documentation in accordance with organisational policies and regulatory standards.
Legal / Human Resources Administrator
Trefoil Network Ltd
Nigeria
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Compliance Support & Case Coordination: Managed compliance records and documentation, facilitating adherence to employment regulations and supporting case coordination efforts.
- Administrative & Legal Research Support: Conducted comprehensive legal research and delivered administrative assistance to enhance legal and HR operational effectiveness.
- Contract Administration & Document Preparation: Supported drafting of contracts and legal documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance through thorough legal research.
Education
LL.M. - Commercial Law
Uppsala University
Sweden05-2023
LL.M. - European Legal Studies
Södertörn University
Sweden05-2023
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
Nigeria01-2011
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. - Civil Law
Nasarawa State University
NigeriaSkills
- Regulatory Compliance/Legal Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- Governance practices
- Policy development/execution
- Document review
- Contract analysis
- Legal Research
- Business Law
- Cross-border compliance
- Client advisory
- Reporting compliance
- Microsoft Office
- Report Writing
- Stakeholder relations
- Task collaboration
Accomplishments
- Managed over 200 civil and commercial legal matters, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements and maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Conducted legal due diligence and risk assessments on property acquisition projects valued at over £2 million, supporting informed business decisions and regulatory compliance.
- Drafted, negotiated, and reviewed more than 50 commercial agreements, helping organisations identify and mitigate contractual and regulatory risks.
- Conducted legal reviews of local government by-laws and regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance with constitutional and administrative law requirements.
- Implemented structured legal and HR documentation processes that improved record management, consistency, and regulatory compliance across organisational operations.
Timeline
Career Break – Advanced Legal Studies & UK Market Preparation
Södertörn University
05.2023 - Current
HR Administrator (Talent Acquisition & People Operations)
Travel Radar
10.2022 - 05.2023
Assistant Head of Chambers (Senior Legal & Compliance Advisor)
Ogundipe O. Ogundipe & Co.
09.2018 - 08.2023
Legal / Human Resources Manager
Payhomes Ltd
09.2015 - 08.2018
Legal / Human Resources Administrator
Trefoil Network Ltd
07.2014 - 08.2015
Legal Officer
Platinum Mortgage Bank Ltd
06.2012 - 09.2015
LL.M. - Commercial Law
Uppsala University
LL.M. - European Legal Studies
Södertörn University
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. - Civil Law
Nasarawa State University