Corporate Governance Legal Counsel
Resume:
PROFILE
A corporate governance professional with in-house legal counsel experience. I prioritise upholding high ethical standards and regulatory compliance. I achieve results through collaboration, a results-driven approach, and a passion for excellence and mentoring.
SKILLS
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to organise and prioritise work functions against agreed timelines.
Trustworthy, ability to handle sensitive information with utmost reliability and discretion.
Strong Microsoft skills
Independent
Listening skills
Strong team player and people management skills.
ACHIEVEMENTS
I was part of the team that successfully managed and supervised the divestment process of the Access Pension Fund Custodian and First Pension Custodian Nigeria Limited.
Part of the team that successfully managed and supervised the divestment process of the AIICO Pension and FCMB Pensions.
Established the legal and company secretariat department at AIICO Pension.
Enhanced the pension benefit payment system at AIICO Pension by implementing a verification process to mitigate the risk of fraudulent payment.
Successfully oversaw the hiring process of external solicitors at a national level for both my present and previous employers to ensure ease of access to legal representation for the organisation.
Oversaw the execution of a crucial operational platform, resulting in the successful management of Stanbic IBTC Bank's due diligence portfolio.
Spearheaded a team focused on redefining customer experience at AIICO Pension, which resulted in improved customer service & ratings from clients.
Abisola
Ogundeji
ad0oy8@r.postjobfree.com
Birmingham, U.K.
EXPERIENCE
03/2022 - 10/2022
Company Secretary/ Legal Officer
First Pension Custodian Nigeria Limited (AIICO Pension) Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
Managed the company's secretariat, overseeing administrative tasks and department operations.
Assisted and provided secretarial services & administrative support for the Board and Board Committees.
Advised on the application of regulatory requirements and corporate governance best practices.
Coordinated the induction and training of newly appointed and existing Directors.
Ensured compliance with governance procedures.
Supported the AGM and Annual Report process.
Liaised & facilitated submitting corporate governance reports to relevant industry regulators and external solicitors where necessary.
Notified the Board and Management of upcoming statutory meetings and essential matters requiring their attention.
Recorded minutes of board & committee meetings and ensured prompt communication of decisions and action plans.
Maintained statutory books and completed filings with relevant industry regulators.
Reviewed and implemented board charters, policies & corporate governance frameworks & Legal documents.
Liaised with consultants in ensuring a seamless corporate governance & board evaluation process.
Liaised with the Board chairman and CEO in creating the annual board plan.
Managed and supervised the day-to-day functions and duties of the Legal department.
Managed the company's litigation portfolio.
02/2019 - 03/2022
Company Secretary/Legal Officer
AIICO Pension Managers Limited Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Reviewed and ensured the implementation of the provisions of the board and board committee charters, policies, and legal documents.
Provided the Board with relevant and up-to-date regulatory information and insights.
Organised and managed the board and management meeting schedules and calendar and informed members of meeting dates.
Coordinated the collation and upload of board packs on the board portal using meeting software.
Handled confidential documentation and ensured compliance with organisational and regulatory procedures.
Recorded minutes of board and management meetings and created action logs and follow-ups as appropriate.
Monitored and coordinated the legal activities in the legal department.
Reviewed legal documents and provided legal advisory services.
Drafted correspondence to relevant stakeholders.
Filed annual returns and reports to industry regulators.
09/2011 - 10/2018
Legal Officer
Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc. Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Supervised and managed the due diligence unit of the legal services department to ensure an adequate due diligence process.
Provided legal advisory services to the bank and its subsidiaries.
Managed the vaulting process to manage collateral and security documents effectively.
Records Keeping and drafted correspondence to corporate/individual clients.
EDUCATION
2023
University of Essex Colchester, Essex
Master of Business Administration: Business Administration
The Essex MBA program is a one-year intensive course to hone my leadership skills and enhance my critical analytical abilities. The program consisted of various modules, but I found the ones on Leading with Impact and People and Organization beneficial. These modules expanded my knowledge and skills in managing people and understanding good governance practices. I also learned much from the Entrepreneurship and Innovation and Consulting to the Organization (Psychoanalysis Approach) modules. The former gave me valuable insights into innovation concepts and their practical application, while the latter taught me the fundamental principles of teamwork. Overall, the program was an enriching experience that equipped me with the tools I need to succeed in today's competitive business world.
2016
Institute of chartered secretaries and administrators
ACIS: Governance
2010
Nigerian Law School Nigeria
Barrister at law: Law
2009
Olabisi Onabanjo University Nigeria
Bachelor of Law (upper credit division)
REFERENCE
Available on request.
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