SEYE APARA
St. Albans,Hertfordshire
Summary
Driven professional with a keen interest in corporate governance. Demonstrates proficiency in legal compliance and strong organizational skills. Ready to contribute to seamless company operations and strategic decision-making.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2042
2042
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Company Secretary / Compliance Officer
Otuntech (UK) Limited
Birmingham
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Lead the company's corporate governance and compliance functions in line with UK regulations and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including the UK Companies Act 2006, GDPR, and other sustainability and corporate governance codes.
- Executed duties as per the Companies Act, contributing towards legal adherence throughout the organisation.
- Organize and facilitate board meetings, prepare agendas, and ensure accurate recording and follow-up on meeting minutes.
- Manage statutory filings, ensuring that all regulatory submissions are timely and compliant with UK company law.
- Advise senior management and the board on corporate governance best practices, including board structures, director responsibilities, and compliance policies.
- Maintained company records meticulously, ensuring accessibility and accuracy at all times.
- Oversee the development and implementation of compliance programs across the company, ensuring adherence to internal policies and external legal requirements.
- Provide legal and compliance training to internal teams to foster a culture of regulatory adherence.
- Support the company’s growth in the tech industry by ensuring proper corporate governance frameworks are in place as the company scales.
- Oversaw risk management processes to mitigate potential threats.
Company Secretary / Legal Officer
TrustBanc Financial Group Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Managed all secretarial and legal duties, including scheduling board meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance regulations.
- Strengthened stakeholder relations with clear and consistent communication strategies.
- Increased transparency with effective communication of board decisions.
- Organized tasks by level of urgency and importance to make the best use of time and resources.
- Led the preparation of board packs and minutes for board, committee, and management meetings.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, including secured credit transactions, NDAs, SPAs, and Deeds of Assignment.
- Worked with external legal counsel to manage legal risks and ensured compliance with statutory regulations.
- Coordinated the group’s regulatory filings with bodies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission, Central Bank of Nigeria, Nigerian Stock Exchange, Corporate Affairs Commission, and others.
- Provided legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and business transactions, including M&A activities.
- Liaised with regulatory bodies, ensuring full regulatory compliance and timely filings.
Company Secretary / Legal Adviser & Compliance Officer
TrustBanc Asset Management Limited
06.2015 - 11.2021
- Delivered legal, regulatory, and compliance services, managing corporate governance matters for subsidiaries.
- Advised the board on compliance with local and international laws, focusing on corporate law, property law, taxation, and labor law.
- Led the in-house steering committee on key acquisitions, including the acquisition of Verite Microfinance Bank and Orthodox Insurance Brokers.
- Managed corporate filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Nigerian Exchange Group (stock exchange), and other regulatory bodies.
- Ensured compliance with corporate governance standards and facilitated communication with regulatory authorities.
- Conducted due diligence, drafted legal opinions, and provided legal advisory for real estate acquisitions and long-term leases.
Associate / Head of Chamber
W.A Gbadebo & Co – Legal Practitioners
12.2010 - 06.2015
- Provided company secretarial, legal regulatory, and compliance services to clients across various sectors.
- Conducted research on legal issues, drafted legal opinions, and represented clients in litigation at various levels of the court.
- Provided corporate restructuring and regulatory compliance advice, ensuring that clients adhered to legal obligations.
- Led training sessions for law school students and corps members on legal matters, including corporate governance.
Education
Master of Laws (LL.M) -
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 01.2012 - 01.2016
Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) - undefined
Nigerian Law School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - undefined
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State 01.2002 - 01.2009
West Africa Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) - undefined
National College Gbagada
Lagos, Lagos State 01.1995 - 01.2000
GradCGI (in view) -
Chartered Governance Institute (UK and Ireland)
United KingdomSkills
- Corporate Governance & Compliance
- Risk Management
- Legal Drafting & Document Review
- Regulatory Reporting & Filing
- Strategic Legal Advisory & Risk Assessment
- Stakeholder & Board Liaison
- Legal Research & Regulatory Analysis
- Contract Management
- Drafting resolutions
- Preparing agendas
- Use of board software (Diligent)
Certification
- CILEX UK CPQ, Trainee Paralegal
- Training Express UK CPD, Paralegal and English Law, 12/01/21
- Alpha Partners, Nigeria, Corporate Legal Officers Course, 07/01/23
- Nigerian Capital Market Institute, Capital Market Operator Qualification Examination, 07/01/17
Affiliations
- Chartered Governance Institute UK and Ireland (affiliate member)
- Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX)
- Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
- International Bar Association
- Certified Institute of Shipping
- Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria
- Securities and Exchange Commission (Nigeria) – Approved Person
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Company Secretary / Compliance Officer
Otuntech (UK) Limited
11.2024 - 06.2025
Company Secretary / Legal Officer
TrustBanc Financial Group Limited
11.2021 - 05.2024
Company Secretary / Legal Adviser & Compliance Officer
TrustBanc Asset Management Limited
06.2015 - 11.2021
Master of Laws (LL.M) -
University of Lagos
01.2012 - 01.2016
Associate / Head of Chamber
W.A Gbadebo & Co – Legal Practitioners
12.2010 - 06.2015
Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) - undefined
Nigerian Law School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - undefined
Olabisi Onabanjo University
01.2002 - 01.2009
West Africa Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) - undefined
National College Gbagada
01.1995 - 01.2000
GradCGI (in view) -
Chartered Governance Institute (UK and Ireland)
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