Peace Wamukota
Gaborone, Botswana
*************@*****.***
linkedin.com/in/peace-wamukota-66112b33
Summary
Seasoned in-house counsel with a record of success in providing legal support to fast-paced and rapidly growing organizations. Expertise in all phases of Conveyancing, Employment, Labour Law and Contracts. Proven ability to navigate complex legal issues, provide timely and practical advice, and manage outside counsel. Driven by a desire to protect the interests of the company and its employees. Superb attention to detail. I Adapt easily to new environments and I believe I am a transformational leader with an ability to work independently, creating effective presentations, and developing opportunities that further establish organizational goals.
Outside the office, I love travelling and I love to challenge myself by learning something new and of course meeting new people.
Experience
In-House Legal Counsel
Mazars
Sep 2022 - Present (9 months)
Monitoring, reviewing and reporting of AML compliance within the organization. Reviewing of internal and third party agreements to identify, analyze and assess potential legal risks and undertaking mitigation of same.
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial contracts and agreements.
- Drafting Trust Deeds and Wills and registering with Master of High Court
• Providing legal advice to partners and management on company law, labour law, contract law, tax law and international law.
- Ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations that apply to the business
- Managing and mitigating legal risks by designing and implementing company policies and procedures.
- Communicating with and managing any third-party bodies such as external counsel. Junior Lawyer
LLP ATTORNEYS
Aug 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Drafting and preparing claims, employment contracts or other legal documentation.
Negotiation, legal writing, oral advocacy and counseling, Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file them with the court Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organise case files, manage logistics etc)
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
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Drafting documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client’s individual needs;
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Negotiating with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives; Researching and analysing documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure;
Supervising the implementation of agreements;
Legal Associate
Charles Tlagae Attorneys
Jun 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years 2 months)
Job Summary:
Focused on counseling clients in the areas of employment, commercial and civil lawsuits. Assisted the Senior Counsel in the performance of administrative duties including preparation of legal documents, drafting submissions and reports. Drafted wills and power of attorneys for Individual clients. Negotiated contracts for real estate deals and contracts for the clients. Provided support to principal attorney as needed. Drafting and reviewed various documents under attorney supervision, and administered the contract finalisation process. Organized and maintained legal documents in various databases. Marketing Research and Communications Coordinator
SolarNow BV
Jan 2019 - May 2019 (5 months)
JOB SUMMARY:
Collecting data on consumers, competitors and market place and consolidating information into actionable items, reports and presentations. Understanding business objectives and designing surveys to discover prospective customers' preferences. Responsible for content of company Website and Creating and maintaining the company's image through social media, press releases and traditional news stories
Main Responsibilities include:
-Determine the ideal market for various products
-Provide guidance on pricing strategies
-Evaluate statistical assessing competitors strategy
- Establish brand standards and clear external messaging
-Manage internal and external announcements on all new product launches Regional Marketing Coordinator
SolarNow BV
Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (1 year)
JOB SUMMARY:
As a Regional Marketing manager, I directed all phases of both the creative and technical elements of marketing initiatives including brand creation, lead generation, channel partner cultivation, customer segmentation/profiling, as well as CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and acquisition strategies.
Main Responsibilities include:
-Maintaining and providing strength to SolarNow brand position in assigned regional marketing area. Peace Wamukota - page 2
-Head development and execution process of main focused marketing plans to reach vital customer segments.
-Interact with marketing leads to develop and supervise regional marketing budget.
-Identify specific regional marketing goals and objectives.
-Develop execution plan and manage field team by implementing plan.
-Recommend strategies to integrate into local regional marketing plans.
-Participate and assist the Country Marketing Manager to direct developing creative strategies and media execution.
-Created and implemented strategic communication plans to maximize publicity in traditional and social media.
-Responsible for promoting all events in which the business was participating. Marketing Communications Officer
SolarNow BV
Sep 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 4 months)
JOB SUMMARY:
As a Marketing & Communications Coordinator I was in charge of the branding, public relations, event planning, web design, leadership of communications and generatings sales from social media. Skills : Office Manager, Adobe, Technical Writing, Written Communication, Blogging Main Responsibilities include:
-Assumed overall responsibility for the editorial direction, design, of publications including television and radio advertising, digital marketing, print advertising, direct mail, newsletters, press releases, annual reports, social media marketing, and flyers.
-Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with service groups, media representatives, community organizations, and businesses.
-Composing the press releases and articles when appropriate.
-Maintaining updated files of SolarNow's media relations and promotional materials.
-Experience in web development and content management for both HTML and CMS(content management system) websites.
-Assumed leadership position for communications
-Analyzing data and collaborating with managerial staff to develop necessary plans of action.
-Planning and coordinating special events and assisting in supporting organization activities and events where appropriate.
Marketing and Communications Assistant
AIESEC
Aug 2008 - Aug 2011 (3 years 1 month)
AIESEC is the world’s largest youth-led network creating positive impact through personal development and shared global experiences. I was a MaC – Marketing and Communications and now an Alumni – A former member, who has been active in AIESEC, had a leadership position or went on exchange. Description :
-Managed marketing and communications functions in collaboration with team members.
-Developed and produced strategic content for a wide range of communications and marketing materials (print ads, website, videos).
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-Defined and executed ongoing communication programs; email blasts, newsletters and social media.
-Managed detailed annual calendar and scheduled appointments/meetings. Identified and established strategic partnerships with other media outlets and nonprofit organizations to create community engagement and new business opportunities for the publication. Education
University of Botswana
LLB, Law
2008 - 2013
Law
Kampala International University
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), International Law and Legal Studies 2012 - 2014
Bachelor of Law
Skills
Family Law • Residential & Commercial Conveyancing • Real Estate • Contractual Agreements • Public Relations • Public Speaking • Legal Research • Office Administration • Public Policy • Corporate Law Honors & Awards
Best Speaker - International Committee of the Red Cross Oct 2014
The International Committee of the Red Cross is a humanitarian institution, they held a public speaking competition at Makerere University on International Armed conflict and its effects. I was awarded best speaker
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