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Michael Akinyele

Summary

Adaptable professional in sales negotiations, operational governance, and risk assessment. Demonstrates strong decision-making competence and compliance assurance, ensuring optimal client relationship management. Adept at customer service and driving successful outcomes in complex environments. Committed to leveraging skills for continued growth and excellence in the field.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Operations Coordinator

Chevron
04.2022 - 08.2025
  • Ensured operational integrity was maintained.
  • Mentored new operatives, fostering a culture of safety and quality adherence, which improved overall team performance.
  • Analysed data from operations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
  • Provided direction and guidance to internal teams in order to achieve targets.

Corporate Paralegal

Rabonni Chambers ESQ
11.2020 - 08.2025
  • Assisted in the negotiation of commercial contracts i.e. Land & Property.
  • Negotiated favourable terms over £100,000 for clients during corporate restructuring processes.
  • Played integral role in risk management initiatives, minimising potential liabilities.
  • Built positive client relationships to increase satisfaction and retention.
  • Coordinated with legal teams to streamline contract review processes, enhancing turnaround time and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Prepared crucial legal documents, enhancing efficiency of court proceedings.

Insurance Sales Executive

TIF Group
Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
03.2013 - 08.2014
  • Bolstered client portfolio by targeting niche segments using bespoke marketing approaches.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify growth opportunities within the sector.
  • Simplified complex insurance terms into easily understandable language for customers' benefit.
  • Built positive customer relationships for optimised branch loyalty.
  • Fast paced sales role with high levels of Cold-calling reaching personal sales of over £10,000 Per Month.

Sales & Negotiation Apprentice

MBM Forest Products
10.2013 - 06.2014


  • Negotiated favourable terms with suppliers, achieving cost savings that improved profit margins for the company.
  • Achieved deadline compliance with meticulous time management.
  • Gained proficiency in industry-specific software tools Salesforce & CRM with rigorous practice sessions.
  • Made deals with construction companies to supply timber worth over £250,000.
  • Achieved targets through effective time management and prioritisation skills.
  • Managed a large portfolio of accounts to maintain long-term customer relationships.

Education

LLB (Hons) - Law with Business

University of Essex
Essex
10.2017 - 06.2020

Diploma - Financial Planning & Modelling

Institute of Financial studies
United Kingdom

Skills

  • Sales Negotiations
  • Contract reading
  • Risk Assessment
  • Customer Service
  • Data Analysis
  • Decision-Making competence
  • Compliance assurance
  • Client relationship management

Timeline

Operations Coordinator

Chevron
04.2022 - 08.2025

Corporate Paralegal

Rabonni Chambers ESQ
11.2020 - 08.2025

LLB (Hons) - Law with Business

University of Essex
10.2017 - 06.2020

Sales & Negotiation Apprentice

MBM Forest Products
10.2013 - 06.2014

Insurance Sales Executive

TIF Group
03.2013 - 08.2014

Diploma - Financial Planning & Modelling

Institute of Financial studies
Michael Akinyele