Barakat Ize

Highly organized and proactive Administrative Professional with experience providing executive, legal, and operational support within fast-paced corporate environments. Skilled in calendar management, meeting coordination, customer service, document management, correspondence, scheduling, and office administration. Adept at maintaining confidentiality, managing competing priorities, and building professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

Recognized for excellent communication, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional administrative support. Seeking opportunities as an Executive Assistant, Receptionist, Front Desk Administrator, Administrative Assistant, or Office Coordinator.

Executive Secretary / Executive Assistant - NewAge Mobile Concept Limited - Lagos, Nigeria

(2025-07)

• Provide high-level administrative and executive support to senior management.
• Manage executive calendars, coordinate appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare meeting agendas, attend management meetings, record accurate minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Draft, review, and manage official correspondence, reports, contracts, and company documents.
• Maintain organized filing systems and oversee document control to ensure confidentiality and easy retrieval.
• Coordinate communication between executives, departments, external legal advisers, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor the progress of management tasks and ensure timely completion of assigned action items.
• Maintain statutory records and corporate documentation in line with company governance requirements.
• Receive and respond professionally to telephone calls, emails, and visitor enquiries.
• Support office administration by coordinating logistics, maintaining records, and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
• Organize executive meetings, prepare presentations, and assist with company events when required.
• Handle sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Graduate Trainee – HR/Legal - NewAge Mobile - Lagos

(2025-06 - 2026-05)

• Provide administrative support to senior management and legal consultants.
• Coordinate executive schedules, meetings, and appointments.
• Prepare reports, letters, legal documents, and business correspondence.
• Organize meetings, prepare agendas, and record accurate meeting minutes.
• Maintain confidential company records and filing systems.
• Track documentation and ensure proper record management.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication.
• Assist with office operations and administrative processes.
• Respond promptly to emails, telephone enquiries, and internal requests.
• Support management with day-to-day administrative duties.

Community Manager - Dineroxyz - Remote

(2022-09)

• Developed and executed community growth strategies tailored to Web3 audiences.
• Organized and moderated AMAs, Twitter Spaces, and live chats to boost engagement.
• Onboarded new members through educational content, FAQs, and interactive walkthroughs.
• Tracked and analyzed community metrics to improve retention and engagement rates.
• Coordinated cross-platform campaigns (Discord, Telegram, Twitter) to maintain.
• Collaborated with dove and marketing to align community updates with product milestones.

Legal Extern - Jemimah Chambers - Lagos

(2024-09 - 2024-12)

• Conducted case law and statutory research, and summarized findings for attorneys.
• Assisted in drafting contracts, motions, pleadings, and legal briefs.
• Organized case files, evidence, and trial materials.
• Attended client meetings and summarized interactions while maintaining confidentiality.
• Observed court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Worked with attorneys, paralegals, and team members.
• Adhered to ethical standards and demonstrated professionalism

Executive Assistant to Sales Executive - Mercedes-Benz VI - Lagos

(2023-11 - 2024-06)

• Supported corporate events, board meetings, and client engagements with exceptional attention to detail.
• Assisted in drafting and reviewing business documents, applying legal and organizational insight.
• Managed complex calendars, scheduled meetings, and coordinated high-level appointments and travel logistics.

Legal Assistant - Oyo State Housing Corporation - Oyo

(2023-01 - 2023-10)

• Assisted in preparing and reviewing tenancy agreements, property leases, and other housing-related legal documents.
• Organized case files, maintained legal records, and ensured proper documentation for property transactions.
• Conducted legal research on property laws, land use regulations, and government policies affecting housing development

Volunteer Work - KSU Law Clinic - Kogi

(2018-09 - 2022-09)

• Participated in street campaigns for International Women's Day and the International Day of the Girl Child.
• Assisted in organizing a town hall meeting on the administration of ACJL in Kogi State.
• Engaged in the YPPCT (Young Persons in Peace and Conflict Transformation) project.
• Advocated during visits to police stations and correctional facilities.
• Involved in various climate justice campaigns.
• Participated in the UN's 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Legal Intern - Chaman Law Firm - Lagos

(2019-08 - 2019-10)

• Conducted legal research and assisted in the preparation of legal documents.
• Attended client meetings, hearings, and court proceedings to observe and learn.
• Drafted correspondence, memos, and case summaries under supervision.
• Contributed to the organization and maintenance of legal files and databases.

Law - Law - Nigerian Law School (2025-04)

Bachelor of Laws - Law - Prince Abubakar Audu University (2022-11)