Oluwakorede Ogundana
Cardiff,Wales
Summary
Experienced legal professional with focus on corporate law and public policy and a keen ability to analyse complex legal issues and communicate effectively. Deliver tailored legal solutions by leveraging strong analytical skills and in-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks. Known for strategic problem-solving and adept at managing complex legal issues to achieve optimal outcomes for clients. Skilled in research and negotiation, ensuring thorough preparation and clear counsel. Ready to make significant impact in Contract Management role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Support Worker (Part-Time)
Support Through Court
Cardiff , Cardiff
10.2023 - Current
- Effectively manage complex calendar, including scheduling appointments and handling changes/cancellations, achieving 95% client attendance rate and significantly reducing no-shows
- Create and maintain accurate client records, improving data accessibility and case-handling efficiency
- Assist clients at Civil Court with court forms, document compilation, and organising case materials, leading to improved client confidence and higher rates of favourable judgements.
- Attended court hearings to support clients and ensure understanding of court protocols, enhancing client comprehension and satisfaction
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all client records, delivering exceptional administrative service in compliance with data protection regulations
- Quickly learnt and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Built strong client relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
- Continuously promoted best practices in safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
- Used case management system to monitor and maintain case-related information and court deadlines.
- Revised previously prepared legal documents to reflect changing information or improve compliance with standards.
- Promoted team collaboration using reference tools to increase process output.
- Synthesised departmental knowledge of legal processes into succinct training sessions for new staff.
Senior Associate
DLA Piper (Africa)
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided regulatory advice on employment law, ensuring compliance and reducing legal liabilities, aligning with need to produce evidence-based recommendations
- Delivered strategic legal advice leading to significant investment and compliance improvements
- Delivered Company Secretarial and regulatory guidance, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks, reducing potential legal liabilities by 20%
- Provided comprehensive company law advisory services, managing director appointments/removals, statutory notices, general meetings, capital reductions, and share buybacks, ensuring best practices in corporate governance
- Generated and reviewed complex agreements and contracts, facilitating successful client collaborations and compliance, reflecting strong drafting skills
- Advised local and multinational clients on regulatory compliance, reducing complaints and enhancing relationships, aligning with stakeholder engagement criteria
- Prepared detailed meeting reports and minutes, enhancing decision-making and strategic goal alignment.
- Assisted with contract management and negotiations, learning industry best practices and pricing structures.
- Worked with internal and external stakeholders to address contract administration details and complete documentation
- Proofread and revised draft documents daily to optimise formatting, punctuation and consistency.
- Oversaw end-to-end completion of Client Matter Inception (CMI) processes.
- Guaranteed client confidentiality and verified upholding and adherence to legal privileges across tasks.
- Corresponded with clients on legal matters by sending emails and other correspondence.
- Oversaw legal support function within law firm, managing report submission and interpretation.
- Performed file closures and archiving processes to keep case information safe.
- Helped onboard new clients and recorded personal information in firm's systems.
Visiting Counsel
Aluko & Oyebode - Secondment
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Legal and regulatory advisory practice in business advisory and intellectual property
- Provided legal opinions on privacy, competition, and data protection, engaging directly with external stakeholders to influence policy
- Conducted negotiations and drafted settlement agreements, demonstrating ability to communicate and influence effectively
- Represented clients in civil matters before State High Court, Federal High Court and National Industrial Court.
- Represented organisation in external negotiations with diverse set of customers.
- Drafted and negotiated third party sub-contracts to ensure appropriate legal backout, including service levels and monitoring, was in place.
- Handled official documents to maintain privacy, authenticity and accuracy.
- Created legal documents and contracts for official use.
- Summarised complex contractual issues for stakeholders to enhance understanding for non-technical audiences.
Principal State Counsel
Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency
07.2015 - 08.2019
- Managed multiple cases simultaneously and delivered support within strict deadlines.
- Complied with all safeguarding, risk management, risk assessment, and lone working policies and procedures.
- Assessed clients to identify needs, strengths, and challenges, creating tailored treatment plans for positive change.
- Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained service continuity between support staff.
- Completed case notes after each session and collated feedback forms filled by clients at beginning, middle and end of counselling.
- Collaborated with schools and organisations to promote domestic and sexual violence awareness.
- Maintained strict confidentiality at all times, adhering to relevant company policy.
- Listened without judgement to provide compassionate, empathetic case support.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Signposted services to improve service user independence and growth.
- Built positive working relationships with colleagues, families and external organisations and professionals.
- Created targeted support programmes based on client interviews and assessments.
Senior State Counsel/Executive Assistant to the Attorney-General
Lagos State Ministry of Justice
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed correspondence and phone calls to executive, using discretion and judgement to determine priority items, which led to 30% increase in efficiency and timely decision-making
- Organised and maintained tidy electronic and physical files/records using proper protocols, resulting in 25% reduction in retrieval time and improved document accessibility
- Managed demanding calendar, including scheduling meetings, managing calendar changes and notifications to internal and external parties, coordinating logistics, and ensuring all preparatory materials were completed
- Liaised with internal/external parties, serving as main point of contact for executives seeking meetings or information, which streamlined communication and significantly reduced response times.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Drafted accurate legal documentation from comprehensive research.
- Performed due diligence across preliminary legal research.
Special Assistant to the MD/ Human Resources Officer
Leather World Limited
11.2009 - 04.2012
- Provided administrative and HR support, developing staff remuneration structures and managing recruitment to improve productivity
- Developing a structure for staff remunerations and welfare to improve staff productivity
- Managed staff recruitment, and administered interview assessments, tests and general development
- Organised staff training and appraisals, contributing to a more efficient workforce
- Developed an organisational structure/ reporting line - creating a more efficient workforce, and boosting productivity by 10%.
Intern
United Nations (HQ, New York)
10.2007 - 12.2007
- Conducted research on Africa’s development, contributing to expert papers and organizing high-level meetings
- Organised an Expert Group Meeting on NEPAD (New Partnership for Africa’s Development – a vision and strategy for Africa’s development to address the current challenges facing Africa as a continent)
- Summarised documents for official reports and participated in resolution negotiation meetings
- Participated in resolution negotiation meetings between the UN member states, where paying attention to detail in the resolution document was an essential part of the negotiations.
Education
LLM, Master’s in Law - Law
Cardiff University, UK
Cardiff, Wales 09.2023 - 09.2024
BL, Barrister at Law - Law
Nigerian Law School, Nigeria
Nigeria 06.2008 - 08.2009
MSc, International Public Relations - Public Relations
Cardiff University, UK
Cardiff, Wales 09.2006 - 09.2007
LLB, Bachelor of Law - Law
Cardiff University, UK
Cardiff, Wales 09.2003 - 07.2006
Skills
- Analytical: Proficient in interrogating issues, interpreting diverse data sources, and using evidence for strategic insights
- Document Control and Organisation: Strong in writing clear, compelling briefings, and commentary tailored for different audiences and purposes
- Client Advocacy and Support: Skilled in building and managing relationships with policymakers, social partners, and external stakeholders
- Client Caseload Management: Experienced in managing projects, prioritizing workload, and collaborating effectively in remote settings
- Technical: Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Federal Compliance and Regulation Adherence
Affiliations
- Candle Making
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Support Worker (Part-Time)
Support Through Court
10.2023 - Current
LLM, Master’s in Law - Law
Cardiff University, UK
09.2023 - 09.2024
Senior Associate
DLA Piper (Africa)
08.2022 - 08.2023
Visiting Counsel
Aluko & Oyebode - Secondment
03.2022 - 07.2022
Principal State Counsel
Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency
07.2015 - 08.2019
Senior State Counsel/Executive Assistant to the Attorney-General
Lagos State Ministry of Justice
07.2014 - 07.2015
Special Assistant to the MD/ Human Resources Officer
Leather World Limited
11.2009 - 04.2012
BL, Barrister at Law - Law
Nigerian Law School, Nigeria
06.2008 - 08.2009
Intern
United Nations (HQ, New York)
10.2007 - 12.2007
MSc, International Public Relations - Public Relations
Cardiff University, UK
09.2006 - 09.2007
LLB, Bachelor of Law - Law
Cardiff University, UK
09.2003 - 07.2006
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