Chioma Adeyemi
42 Lekki Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
+234 805 742 3891 | chioma.adeyemi@emailpro.com | www.linkedin.com/in/chioma-adeyemi

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Legal & Compliance Officer
Zenith Telecommunications Solutions, Lagos, Nigeria
March 2021 – Present

• Develop and implement comprehensive compliance programs ensuring adherence to federal, state, and industry-specific regulations across satellite communications and telecommunications operations
• Conduct legal research and due diligence reviews for corporate transactions, vendor agreements, and regulatory filings, mitigating organizational risk exposure by 35%
• Draft and negotiate non-disclosure agreements, service contracts, and licensing agreements with domestic and international partners, facilitating over $12M in business development
• Manage regulatory compliance reporting requirements for FCC, FAA, and securities regulations, maintaining 100% on-time submission record
• Design and deliver compliance training programs to 200+ employees on policies and procedures, data privacy, and industry-specific regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with external counsel on litigation matters and prepare pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda for property claims and insurance disputes
• Establish and maintain corporate policies and procedures manual, ensuring alignment with evolving legal standards and business objectives

Compliance Analyst
First Capital Financial Group, Abuja, Nigeria
June 2018 – February 2021

• Monitored regulatory compliance across finance and insurance operations, identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions to senior management
• Conducted internal audits and compliance assessments, producing detailed reports for executive leadership and board of directors
• Assisted in the development of compliance planning strategies and risk mitigation frameworks for new product launches
• Prepared legal documents and maintained corporate governance records in accordance with securities regulations
• Collaborated with business administration teams to integrate compliance requirements into operational workflows
• Supported due diligence processes for mergers and acquisitions, reviewing contracts and regulatory filings

Legal Assistant
Covenant Legal Associates, Lagos, Nigeria
August 2015 – May 2018

• Provided comprehensive legal support including legal document preparation, research, and case file management
• Drafted correspondence, pleadings, and motions under attorney supervision for civil litigation matters
• Managed client communications and maintained case management databases with 98% accuracy
• Coordinated with insurance carriers on property claims and liability matters
• Assisted with contract review and compliance documentation for consulting engagements
• Maintained organized filing systems for legal documents and ensured confidentiality of sensitive information

EDUCATION

Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Lagos Law School, Lagos, Nigeria
Graduated: May 2015

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
Lagos State University, Lagos, Nigeria
Graduated: May 2012
Minor: Finance

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Legal & Regulatory: Legal Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Securities Regulation, Legal Research, Due Diligence, Litigation Support
Documentation: Legal Document Preparation, Drafting, Pleadings and Motions Drafting, Non-Disclosure Agreements
Compliance Management: Compliance Programs, Compliance Planning, Policies and Procedures, Reporting, Training
Industry Knowledge: Satellite Communications, Finance, Insurance, Property Claims
Business Operations: Business Administration, Client Management, Consulting

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) – 2020
Compliance Certification Board (CCB) Certificate – 2019

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member, Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE)
Member, American Bar Association – Business Law Section