Nnenna Heart Ikubogh
www.linkedin.com/in/nnenna-heart-ikubogh-b69a1a83/ Canadian Permanent Resident, Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Senior Regulatory Compliance, Governance & Risk Leader with dual foundation in Legal expertise and enterprise project leadership- delivering across financial services, professional practice, cross-border organisations.
Built compliance frameworks, governance structures, and risk-assurance processes in various leadership roles. general counsel to enterprises, providing strategic, legal, governance, and risk oversight at executive level.
Proven track record designing compliance programmes, monitoring regimes, and risk-aware cultures from ground up. Qualified legal professional with deep experience advising boards and leadership teams on regulatory change, accountability. Strategic problem solver dedicated to enhancing organisational compliance and project outcomes. Builds strong relationships with stakeholders and teams, fostering collaboration and effective communication. Implements risk management strategies to ensure project continuity and mitigate compliance risks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Regulatory Compliance & Legal Advisor
Sanugo Services Ltd
Calgary, Alberta
04.2026 - Current
- Provide ongoing legal, governance, and compliance guidance to executive leadership and operational teams
- Review, draft and advise on commercial agreements, service contracts, and internal policy documents
- Support regulatory awareness, risk identification, and process improvement initiatives across the business
- Advise on employment matters, contractual obligations, and stakeholder relationship management.
- Collaborate with cross furnctional teams to embed legal safeguards and compliance considerations into daily operations
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Black British Institute of Excellence
London
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Designed, implemented, and maintained end-to-end compliance frameworks, policies, and monitoring processes
- Monitored company compliance with regulations and internal policies to verify that relevant standards and requirements were met.
- Conducted regular internal audits, risk assessments and gap analysis to identify compliance risks and formulated mitigation strategies.
- Helped create, implement and adopt best practices on internal policies, processes and procedures.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships across company to help implement internal standards.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of compliance records, audits, and corrective action plans for easy retrieval.
- Provided regulatory guidance to leadership, translating complex requirements into practical, business aligned safeguards
Project Manager
Tritek Consulting Ltd
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented comprehensive project plans, incorporating goal setting, budgeting, and scheduling to ensure timely achievement of project milestones.
- Monitored project progress, identified potential issues or delays, and proposed strategic adjustments, generating detailed reports on project status and outcomes to inform stakeholders.
- Facilitated effective communication across project teams, stakeholders, and clients to align objectives and ensure smooth information flow throughout project phases.
- Oversaw the procurement of resources, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project specifications. Implemented risk management strategies to minimize project disruptions, with contingency planning for unforeseen challenges.
- Ensured all deliverables met the highest quality standards. Stepped in to lead projects in the absence of the Project Manager, maintaining consistency and continuity in project management practices.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, addressing their concerns and ensuring project deliverables met or exceeded expectations.
Project Manager
Sanugo Services Inc
Calgary, Alberta
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, and resources, facilitating smooth execution.
- Coordinated with clients to define project objectives and requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Oversaw the development of project documentation, maintaining clear and accurate records throughout project lifecycles.
- Facilitated regular team meetings and stakeholder updates, fostering open communication and collaborative problem-solving.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, building a culture of trust and cooperation.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, building a culture of trust and cooperation.
Legal & Compliance Officer
KPMG
Lagos
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Maintained up-to-date understanding of all regulatory guidelines to support compliance across the organisation.
- Monitored changes in relevant legislation and adjusted company policies accordingly.
- Conducted thorough audits on company procedures to identify and rectify compliance issues.
- Analysed reports of claims, payments and settlements to validate compliance with terms of policy or procedure.
- Prepared detailed reports on compliance activities, highlighting areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate compliance measures into business processes.
Education
LLB - Law
Imo State University
Owerri, Imo12-2005
LLM - Masters In Law
Rivers State University
Port Harcourt, Rivers State09-2019
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
Abuja, FCT03-2007
MA - International Business Management
Middlesex University
Hendon, London, UK02-2024
Skills
- Compliance framework
- Corporate Governance &Policy
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Internal auditing
- Strategic planning
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Budget management
- Resource allocation
- Client relationship management
- Process improvement
- Quality assurance
Affiliations
- Fellow, Institute of Management Specialists
- Fellow, National Institute of Management
- Fellow, National Institute of Credit Administration
- Canadian Permanent Resident
Professional Credential
- Regulatory Compliance Manager - Micro1 AI certification / April 2026
- Member, Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE)/ id 252084
Timeline
Regulatory Compliance & Legal Advisor
Sanugo Services Ltd
04.2026 - Current
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Black British Institute of Excellence
02.2024 - 03.2026
Project Manager
Tritek Consulting Ltd
01.2024 - 08.2024
Project Manager
Sanugo Services Inc
02.2021 - 12.2023
Legal & Compliance Officer
KPMG
04.2018 - 01.2021
LLB - Law
Imo State University
LLM - Masters In Law
Rivers State University
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
MA - International Business Management
Middlesex University