MAC-IRIASE FAITH

ACIS (ICSA), MILD, LLB, BL.

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Lekki, Lagos. Nigeria

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I have seasoned experience at Corporate and Commercial Transaction with broad knowledge and skill in Corporate Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Legal advisory and general business related matters.

I have a proven ability to navigate complex legal issues, provide timely and practical direction and support the Company in achieving its Financial and Corporate goals. Certifications & Trainings

Governance Practitioners Event

(ICSAN) Feb 2020

ICSAN Round Table on

Corporate Gov. May 2019

Nigerian Bar Association Annual

Conference Aug 2017

Understanding Oil & Gas

Contracts May 2014

Roundtable on Corporate

Governance April 2014

Board Secretary Conference

(fostering excellence in

Corporate Culture and

Governance) Dubai Nov.2013

ESQ International Arbitration

School Oct. 2013

British Council Certificate in

HSE practices May 2013

ESQ Oil and Gas Agreements

School Sept. 2012

Certificate in Drafting,

Documentation, Negotiation &

Management of Oil and Gas

Contracts Oct. 2013

ESQ Oil and Gas Summit May

2012 (Certificate of Attendance)

Mediation Advocacy Workshop

for Lawyers” By Lagos State

Multi-Door Courthouse March

2010

Experience

February 2016 - Present

Head, Corporate and Legal Services Fraise Legal Practice• Lekki, Lagos

Corporate and Commercial Transactions

Policy formulation, evaluation and implementation

Providing Corporate Governance guidance to Board and Management team of client's companies

Processing and Documentation of Real Estate Transactions

Will and Estate Administration

Company Secretary and legal Advisors

Providing Legal updates on Compliance for businesses

Liaising with Government agencies and obtaining relevant work permits

Drafting Joint Ventures and Memorandum of Agreement in Compliance with general business standards

Reviewing all business documents and ensuring statutory compliance

Securing background checks and diligence on all vendors and sub-contractors

Convening Board and stakeholders meeting for performance measuring and Management

Providing statutory Updates on Clients businesses and conduct thereof

Conducting Training and Recruitment Services

Representing the interest of Clients at strategic Meetings August 2011 – November 2015

Company Secretary, Legal Adviser • International Energy Services LTD (IESL) • Ikoyi, Lagos

Drafted, Reviewed and executed over 2,000 Agreements on behalf of the group and its affiliates in other jurisdictions: Ghana, Gabon, Liberia, Mozambique, Chad and others. Zero cost to Company on litigation owing to the input of the Legal Department.

Successfully served as a Signatory to all Company’s Bank Accounts based proven trust, Integrity, and Accountability. All procurements were duly verified before approval.

Served as a member of the team that Drafted, Reviewed and Executed the Contract Award by Total Nigeria for Engineering Services Contract on Bonga FPSO. Professional Associations

Associate, Institute of Chartered

Secretaries and Administrators

Nigeria (ICSAN)

Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)

Activities and Interests

Mentoring,Gromimg, Training

Drafted, Reviewed and Executed over 500 Local and International Agreements.

Generated Company Policies required to drive employees towards compliance Company's Goals and Objectives

98% compliance achieved on internal policies drafted. Policies generated:

Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy,

Vehicle Maintenance Policy

Data Protection Policy (Big Data)

Policy on Corporate Governance and Ethical Standards. Achievements

Achieved 100% positive result on all negotiations and explored peaceful resolution on all conflicts with third parties.

Winner of the first HSE Employee of the Month Award

Achieved significant results on all policies owing to leadership style and ability to work seamlessly with other teams.

Obtained judgment in a case of passing-off /use of Company’s name by another entity.

Contributed to Company’s eligibility for business by generating an Anti-bribery and Corruption Policy which led to the award of a Major Contract by Chevron Nigeria.

No litigation during the period in review owing to my strict attention to details and proactive steps taken to ensure compliance with all Legal requirements.

Served as Member Project Control Committee (Ensured cost was minimized and agreed timelines achieved on all projects)

LEGAL

Generate Corporate Governance Policies to guide the conduct of business

Implement and measure compliance

Generate Policies on Data Protection, sensitize staff periodically on compliance and monitor implementation.

Draft contracts with all third parties and contractors

Review and execute all contracts on behalf on Company and its subsidiaries

Represent Company in all external meeting and meetings requiring the input of Legal Department.

Obtain and renew all Civil Licenses and Government approvals required to run all business subsidiaries

Convene Board Meetings, take minutes of meetings and circulate to all Board

Keeping Management abreast of legal developments which affect the conduct of Company's business and the risk attaching thereto

Generate and provide direction on Business standards and Ethics

Manage Company's Corporate Social Responsibility Drive

Review the interest of Company in all foreign jurisdictions.

Attend meetings, generate and review Contracts in Ghana, Mozambique and Liberia

Carry out due diligence on all vendors and sub-contractors

Advising on claims and conduct thereof

Advise Board on all Corporate and Regulatory Matters

Evaluate all projects

Collaborate and advise project manager on areas of potential conflict in contracts and advise on mitigation.

Respond to complex correspondences, identify legal issues, draft and respond to all legal issues on documentation

CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION/ GOVERNANCE

Generate Policies and direction for Corporate Governance and Ethics,

Ensuring all permits were promptly obtained and renewed where required.

Creating and implementing policies and procedures related to Corporate Administration

Review of Corporate documents, Compliance with statutory obligations,

Collaboration with other members of the Management team on other ongoing matters as required. Assist,

Evaluate and Advise Project Managers on possible area of conflict in contract and claims with clients and subcontractors, Special assignments from time to time. 2006 - 2011

Legal Associate• Sunny Omoragbon & Co (Law Firm) •Onikan, Lagos

Providing Legal advice and counsel to clients on a wide variety of issues

Preparing and reviewing documents ahead of Court hearing

Engaging in interview sessions with clients and providing prompt feedback back on all issues

Performing due diligence on all legal matters

Conducting Alternative Dispute Resolutions sessions

Contributing to firm's values and culture through participation in Corporate Social Responsibility, Pro bono Services and social activities

Advising clients and conducting Legal research

Gathering evidence

Preparing reports that keeps all stakeholders up-to-date on all cases handled

Prospecting new clients through networking and other social activities

Corporate Recovery and Insolvency

Commercial Real Estate Transactions

Drafting of legal documents,

Conducting Alternative Dispute Resolution sessions,

Corporate Advisory,

Specialist Legal and Regulatory,

Conducting Search on landed property,

2003 - 2004

Intern • Okonjo, Odiawa&Ebie• Ikoyi, Lagos

Conducting Legal research on relevant issues

Researching Applicable Laws and legal precedents to provide legal support for litigation lawyers

Assist in preparing and filling documents in court.

Participating in interview sessions with clients with a view to understanding the issues

Reviewing and summarizing case files to determine if additional information will be required

Drafting motions, pleas and other legal documents 2003 - 2004

Transaction Officer • Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) Plc.• VI, Lagos

Assisting Customers process bank transaction: Deposits, withdrawals,

resolving complaints or account discrepancies.

Tracking, recording data, reporting and storing data related to transactions with customers and ensure accurate data is provided and stored.

Packaging cash to be stored in the vault.

Using software to track data and generate reports

Informing customers about Bank's Products and Services

Carrying out currency transactions and confidential information in line with the Bank's code of ethics

Complying with all Financial Regulations by the Government 2002 - 2003

PA to Group-Head, Regional Banking • Broad Bank (now Union Bank Plc)• VI, Lagos

Personal Assistant to the Group head, Regional Banking

liaise with Branch managers on loan requests and approvals

Securing oral and written loan approvals from the head office

Liability Generation

Structuring of temporary Over draft facilities

Secretary to the Weekly Branch Managers' meeting

Taking minutes of meeting and distributing branch wide

Circulation of credit requests

Education

2014

Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSAN) 2014

Master of International Law & Diplomacy (MILD)- University of Lagos 2006

Exemption Certificate- National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) 2005

Bachelor in Law (BL) • Nigerian Law School • Bwari, Abuja 2004

Advanced Diploma (Corporate Administration/Registry Mgt) • University of Lagos • Lagos 2003

Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons.) • University of Benin• Benin City 1997

Diploma in Social Works • University of Benin• Benin City

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