Oluwatomisin Ajayi

Experience

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  Aluko & Oyebode

  Nov 2017 - Nov 2017

  Legal Intern

  - Collaborated with teams to prepare case files, court documents, and litigation briefs for ongoing cases.- Shadowed attorneys during arbitration and court proceedings, gaining firsthand experience in legal advocacy and dispute resolution.- Conducted comprehensive legal research and prepared memos on corporate and commercial law matters to support senior associates.

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  F. O Akinrele

  May 2018 - May 2018

  Legal Intern

  - Observed court hearings and arbitration sessions, gaining hands-on experience in dispute resolution and legal advocacy.- Attended client meetings, summarized legal issues, and provided preliminary recommendations to guide decision-making.

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  CLP Legal

  Oct 2018 - Oct 2018

  Legal Intern

  - Assisted in preparing case files and legal briefs, contributing to efficient case management and litigation preparation.- Supported client meetings by taking detailed notes, summarizing legal issues, and providing actionable recommendations.- Liaised with regulatory authorities to facilitate filings and approvals, ensuring timely completion of legal procedures.

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  Bright Network

  Jan 2021 - Jan 2021

  Commercial law intern

  - Assisted in analyzing market trends and competitor strategies to support business development initiatives.- Supported the preparation of commercial reports, ensuring accurate data analysis and actionable insights for stakeholders.- Delivered presentations on commercial insights, providing valuable recommendations to drive strategic decisions.

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  Gidilegal

  Jan 2023 - Aug 2023

  Trainee Associate

  - Developed compliance tools, codes of conduct, and governance frameworks for client companies.- Drafted and negotiated various commercial contracts, including employment agreements, tenancy agreements, and founders’ agreements.- Facilitated the incorporation of multiple companies by liaising with regulatory authorities to secure necessary licenses and approvals.- Provided legal advisory services to clients, ensuring timely resolution of legal inquiries.

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  BudPay

  Aug 2023 - Jun 2024

  Legal Officer

  - Drafted and reviewed contracts, company policies, and legal documentation, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.- Conducted corporate searches and due diligence on high-value financial transactions, mitigating legal and financial risks.- Maintained statutory registers and ensured timely filing of regulatory documents with relevant authorities.- Streamlined merchant onboarding processes by liaising with key stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant operations.

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  The Alternative Bank

  Jul 2024 - now

  Regulatory Reporting Officer

  - Developed and implemented governance policies, ensuring full compliance with Nigerian financial regulations.- Delivered expert advisory to stakeholders on regulatory requirements, fostering trust and accountability.- Conducted horizon scanning to identify and adapt to emerging regulatory changes, keeping policies up-to-date.- Prepared and submitted statutory and regulatory reports to authorities, achieving a record of zero regulatory breaches.- Provided senior management with periodic compliance evaluations and recommendations aligned with best practices. Show less