Thelma Okorie

Experience

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  Yahaya, Okoh & Associates

  Jan 2016 - Feb 2017

  Legal Officer/ Secretary

  • Managed corporate litigation with strategic legal solutions.• Negotiated contracts and prepared key legal documents (deeds, leases, powers of attorney).• Handled company incorporations and maintained statutory records.• Participated in case management meetings to strategize legal issues.• Represented the firm in client meetings and documented minutes.• Managed all client-firm correspondence.

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  CIG Motors Co., Ltd

  Feb 2017 - Dec 2022

  • Managed manual and electronic correspondences, ensuring 100% compliance with procedures and confidentiality• Managed travel budget, prepared and procured office supplies, and ensured accurate financial records• Oversaw document, data management, and compliance initiatives to align with privacy regulatory standards• Trained over 35+ recruits on company procedure and compliance through induction• Manage the daily administration of the commercial team and its relationship with other units and customs• Integrated a unified office operation database using Excel, and Wework, to boost administrative processes by 34%• Developed and implemented training programs for over 73 staff that align with company policies over 6 years• Assisted the sales team of 17 members in understanding their performance targets• Spearheaded the team that prepared and handled the documentation for the delivery of 1000 units of vehicles, the highest purchase in the history of CIG Motors Co. Ltd.• Drove marketing strategy and initiatives to create new customers thereby increasing the sales revenue by 31%• Prepared regular reports for management and relevant departments Show less • Created policy Standard Operating Procedures thereby increasing compliance by 50% • Coordinated schedules for a management team, including meetings, appointments, and travel• Created a digital filing system from more than 400 customers’ hardcopy files using my organization and data management skill• Streamline admin team performance target through strong relationship building and increasing job satisfaction by 19%• Prepared agendas, meeting memos, and reports for the management team of 12 people• Handled all manual and electronic correspondence for the company• Created Standard Operating Procedures that resulted in increased compliance with organizational policies by 50%• Supervise the sales progress of the sales team and appraise job results bi-yearly• Managed the sales admin unit that processed customer inquiries timely and increased customer satisfaction by reducing customer complaints by 24%• Managed and mentored 26 staff including the sales administrative team which increased job satisfaction• Built the sales administrative unit from scratch to a 10-man unit within 2 years with a defined job description with the aid of my team orientation and leadership skills Show less • Ensured 100% company compliance with regulations and government policies thereby reducing fines• Drafted and proofread over 45+ contracts, agreements, and legal instruments• Organized files system for case management, and maintaining confidentiality,• Liaised with external legal teams by ensuring effective communication among the stakeholders• Monitored changes in a legislative and updated more than 16 company regulations• Advised stakeholders on compliance with regulations and policies which earned zero violation• Negotiated 7 terms of the employment contract to ensure it aligned with the company's goals• Participated in case management meetings to discuss legal problems and the strategy to handle it• Represented the company in court sitting and Alternative Dispute Resolution to protect the interest of the company• Conducted research on legal, labour issues, policies, and new regulations thereby ensuring that the company is embracing the current trends Show less

  • Administrative Manager

    Jun 2021 - Dec 2022

  • Legal and Administrative Supervisor

    Apr 2019 - May 2021

  • Legal Administrative Executive

    Feb 2017 - Mar 2019
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  Recimply

  Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

  Student Business Consultant/Market Research Analyst

  • Conducted market research across 6 competitors and compiled reports for strategic planning• Compiled and analysed survey data to identify customer preferences and market trends;• Prepared detailed reports and presentations summarizing research findings;• Provided support and assistance to the management team as needed;

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  Food Producers Forum

  Apr 2024 - now

  Financial Officer/ Project Assistant

  • Ensure 100% compliance with the funding criteria of the project sites by paying critical attention to details• Manage stakeholder's activities, including scheduling site meetings and preparing progress reports• Maintain accurate financial records and database by ensuring zero errors in reports• Coordinate administrative tasks by ensuring efficient communication among the stakeholders• Assist in project site planning, and maintaining project documentation.• Coordinate project activities across 15 sites and assist with risk assessment• Prepare progress reports and documentation on the site’s activities for the board Show less