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Oluyemisi (Yemi) Bankole-Odole

Calgary, AB T*R *X4 ****.******@**********.*** www.linkedin.com/in/yemi-bankole-odole/

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT LAWYER

Accomplished professional with proven track records of successfully implementing strategic objectives to maximize efficiency and increase revenue growth. Results-oriented analyst with a meticulous attention to detail, adept at negotiating, drafting, and reviewing customer and vendor contracts. Motivated leader and effective communicator with strong mentoring skills.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Lawyer Full Cycle Contracts Administration and Management Ethics and Compliance

Risk Management Strategic Negotiations Cross Function Collaboration Process Improvement

Stakeholder Management Team Empowerment Performance Evaluation Customer Service

Team Leadership Drafting Coaching and Mentorship Organization Communication and Presentation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Schlumberger Canada Limited, Calgary, AB 2022 - 2025

Contracts Manager

Led a team of legal attorneys providing full contract management support to all business lines. Provided full contract lifecycle management across multi-client, multi-year and multi-divisions via drafting, reviewing and interpreting and negotiating complex and high-risk contracts.

Provided full contract lifecycle management across multiple vendors while drafting, reviewing and negotiating tracking of complex contracts.

Implemented improved contract review processes which reduced lead time by 70%.

Delivered value by drastically reducing the organization’s overall risks through detailed contract analysis, interpretation, and vigorous negotiation of contractual terms and conditions.

Improved the organization’s compliance level by developing and implementing contract policies and processes to ensure consistency across the organization.

Assisted business groups in maximizing profit potential by interfacing with multiple levels of leadership/managers through prompt advice on legal implication of contractual terms, ethics, and compliance.

Collaborated with internal clients, stakeholders, legal and procurement teams on risks management approach which led to resolution of contract related risks in a timely manner.

Enhanced continued success of the company’s human capital by training, developing, mentoring team members, supervising and providing positive feedback to legal attorneys.

Accomplished set results and strategic objectives with a minimum score of 90% over 3 years by effectively communicating the expectations to team members, planning, monitoring, and appraising the outcomes.

Increased staff productivity by developing new training methods for internal clients, stakeholders and new/experienced supply chain personnel.

Managed ethics and compliance matter by participating in assurance reviews which led to improved awareness and compliance with internal and external regulations and policies.

Improved the inter-relation between customer and supplier contracts by monitoring the contractual commitment compliance levels with suppliers.

Improved negotiation time by 50% by maintaining strategic and positive relationships with customers/suppliers.

EO Law, Calgary, AB 2020 - 2022

Senior Associate

Provided legal advice, conducted legal research and analysis. Acted judiciously to meet client needs via skilled analysis of probable case outcomes.

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Improved legal process cycle time by 50% through proper evaluation of potential cases based on client information, available documentation and legal precedents.

Prepared clients and witnesses by explaining court processes and case requirements which led to seamless client representation in matters before the court while increasing client satisfaction.

Drafted, reviewed, interpreted documents/agreements and provided general legal advice on best practices for compliance and contract negotiations.

Achieved timely resolution of disputes through positive mediation and negotiation sessions with opposing parties and opposing counsel.

Enhanced practice operations with skilled oversight and mentorship of junior associates.

Achieved over 90% increase in team performance by efficient oversight of paralegals and other support staff.

Shaw Communications, Calgary, AB 2017 - 2020

Customer Advisor / Loyalty Care Representative

Maintained competitive advantage through efficient utilization of product knowledge to drive sales.

Achieved 100% customer satisfaction through delivery of outstanding customer experience.

Delivered exceptional customer experience with best value to long standing customers.

Increased revenue by engaging in dynamic awareness and sales campaign.

Used the feedback mechanism as an effective tool for improvements on products/services.

Schlumberger Nigeria Limited, Lagos, Nigeria 2006 - 2016

Senior Contracts Analyst

Drafted new contracts, contract modifications, letters, correspondences, and Master agreements, (including Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure Agreements)

Interfaced with multiple levels of leadership/managers and gave advice on legal implication of contractual terms and conditions.

Implemented contract policies and processes to ensure consistency across the organization and increased overall contract compliance.

Managed strategic relationships with internal clients and external customers/vendors which reduced negotiation time by 50%.

Ensured seamless continuity of the contracting process through proper contracts administration and maintenance of records necessary for the effective administration of all contractual matters.

Tracked and prioritized the escalation and resolution of contract related risks and issues in a timely manner.

MEMBERSHIPS

Member of the Law Society of Alberta in good standing

Call to Alberta Bar

EDUCATION

Barrister-at-Law (BL)

Bachelor of Laws (LL. B)

Nigerian Law School

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Volunteer member: Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association (CIWA)

Member of the Women executive team: Rehoboth Assembly Calgary (RAC)

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