OLUWASEYI MARY JAMES

Legal Practitioner

Chevron Drive, Lekki, Lagos State.

Tel:+234********** / +234********** E-mail:adohon@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To effectively manage human capital and unlock great potentials while planning, directing and coordinating human resources activities of a given organization as well as providing services with highest standard of quality and utmost regard for the core values/culture of the organization.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Program 2019-2020

Nigerian Law School, Enugu: Barrister and Solicitor at Law (BL) 2019

Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria: LL.B, Second Class Upper (2:1) 2013-2017

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION

Introduction to Intellectual Property: Coursera University of Pennsylvania, (December 2020).

Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers Specialization Courses, viz:

i.Preparing to Manage Human Resources

ii.Recruiting, Hiring and Onboarding Employees

iii.Managing Employee Performance

iv.Managing Employee Compensation

v.Human Resources Management Capstone: HR for People Managers

Coursera- University of Minnesota (January 2021 – August 2021).

Diversity and Inclusion for HR Professionals: Coursera University of California, Irvine (June 2021).

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Professional Competencies: Ability to analyse and interpret employment law and apply same to labour relations; Legal research; Legal writing and advocacy; Ability to maintain high professional standard at workplace; Ability to maintain confidentiality and promote equity amidst diversity; Ability to assess objectively; Ability to work effectively with little or no supervision; and Ability to work with team.

Relevant skills: Communication, listening, proactivity, leadership, organization, management and empathetic.

Computer appreciation: Microsoft word, Power point, Outlook and Internet

Languages: English and Yoruba (excellent writing and oral skill)

WORK HISTORY

1.LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors: Legal Associate/HR Assistant (2021-present)

I perform company secretarial duties which include drafting notices, handling correspondences, attending Board/Committee meetings, drafting reports and minutes of meetings for corporate entities;

I participate in team-research for advisory services to multinational corporations;

I play active role in evaluating legal compliance on matters relating to employment law and industrial relations, Intellectual Property Law (IPL) and Real Estate practices.

I maintain good working environment for employees by making sure all important facilities and services are functioning properly;

I communicate employees’ needs and HR-related information to the management for prompt actions towards ensuring seamless performance of duties; and

I research and write Articles for publication.

Research Publication:

Coercions: Reflections On Constructive Dismissal In Nigerian Labour Practice (Mondaq,20th August,2021), available at https://www.mondaq.com/nigeria/employee-benefits-compensation/1103630/coercions-reflections-on-constructive-dismissal-in-nigerian-labour-practice

2.TLP SOLICITORS: Junior Associate (NYSC) (2019-2020)

I handled diverse probate assignments which culminated in grant of Probate and Letters of Administration;

I handled Corporate Affairs Commission related works (particularly pre-incorporation matters);

I appeared and co-appeared as Counsel at Court hearings at the level of Magistrate Court, State High Court, Family Court and National Industrial Court;

I prepared legal documents to wit:- Originating processes, Pleadings, Petitions, MoU, e.t.c.;

I conducted legal research during collaborative tasks with senior associates on various subject matters to develop strategies and arguments for cases;

I conducted client interviews and also did some administrative work like taking briefs, filings, record analysis e.t.c.

3.Global Mega Spelling Bee Initiative: Vice-Chairperson (2017-2019)

I served as second-in-command to the Chairman regarding decision making and leading the strategic goals of the Initiative;

I initiated, developed and drafted the governing rules, policies and relevant documents of the organization, subject to ratification by the Board; and

I represented the Organization at meetings to negotiate terms with prospective sponsors, members of the board and other relevant figures.

4.Golden Bridge College: Bursar/Financial Administrator (2011-2012)

I managed funds receivable and payable to the organization;

I prepared financial reports per academic terms and sessions;

I issued demand notes and requisite notices.

VOLUNTARY INVOLVEMENTS

1.Groove Band, OAU: Treasurer and Secretary (2014 – 2017)

2.Toureza (Tourism Club), OAU Chapter: Coordinator (2017-2018)

INTERESTS / HOBBIES REFREES

I enjoy meeting people from all backgrounds and maintaining healthy relationships. I love to learn, read or write HR and IPL based literature. I also do music in my spare time.

REFREES: Available on request.

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