Fola Olaniyi

Results-oriented, adaptable, and resourceful professional with ten years of work experience and proven knowledge of tax law, criminal and civil litigation, contract drafting and review, tax regulatory and compliance processes, legal consultancy, and legal research. A dedicated team player with excellent communication, interpersonal, creative thinking, problem-solving, and workflow prioritization skills.

Recruitment Intern at NJ CREATIVE FIRM (2026-01 – Present)

Execute end to end recruitment activities for NJ Creative Firm and client organizations

• Execute end to end recruitment activities for NJ Creative Firm and client organizations, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate coordination
• Actively source qualified candidates using LinkedIn, Job boards, social media platforms, referrals and internal talent databases
• Support workforce planning by collaborating with hiring managers to clarify role requirements, competencies and hiring priorities
• Review, refine, and manage job descriptions to ensure alignment with business and client needs
• Conduct structured CV reviews and screening interviews to assess candidate suitability, skills and cultural fit
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers or clients, ensuring clear communication and timely follow-ups
• Prepare candidate evaluation summaries, interview feedback, and hiring recommendations
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential candidate records, recruitment trackers, and hiring documentation in line with HR best practices

Assistant Revenue Officer – Legal Directorate at LAGOS STATE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (LIRS) (2023-07 – 2025-07)

Provided legal support and contract management for tax regulatory, compliance, and enforcement processes

• Preparing and reviewing a variety of contracts and ensuring such agreements align with legal and regulatory requirements as well as the Agency's policies
• Maintaining accurate and organized records of all contracts and ensuring timely renewal of contracts
• Generating regular reports on contract status to the Director of Legal Directorate
• Providing legal support and collaborating with other business units within the Agency on tax regulatory, compliance, and enforcement processes
• Conducting legal research and preparing robust legal opinions on existing and novel legislations
• Providing status updates on tax compliance/enforcement measures deployed in respect of defaulting taxpayers to the Director of Legal Directorate
• Providing gap analysis of changes in tax laws and regulations to adjust compliance and enforcement strategies accordingly
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on contract and tax compliance/enforcement-related matters
• Participating in meetings with internal and external stakeholders to discuss tax compliance updates and address any concerns
• Appearing and representing the Agency in court and tribunal on civil and criminal cases bordering and tax-related matters
• Drafting of court processes for court cases
• Attending and participating in tax audit reconciliation meetings
• Collating and maintaining a file system on information and compliance status of taxpayers in Lagos State

Senior Revenue Supervisor – Legal Directorate at LAGOS STATE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (LIRS) (2020-07 – 2023-06)

Supervised legal operations and contract management within the Legal Directorate

Revenue Supervisor – Tax Education and Enlightenment Team (TEET) at LAGOS STATE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (LIRS) (2014-10 – 2020-06)

Supervised tax education and enlightenment initiatives

Legal Associate at MUDIAGA IKPEN AND ASSOCIATES (2013-12 – 2014-05)

Provided legal services including contract drafting, client representation, and dispute negotiation

• Prepared, drafted, and reviewed deeds, leases, mortgages, and contracts
• Represented clients in court or before government agencies
• Negotiated settlement of civil disputes
• Examined legal data to determine the advisability of defending or prosecuting court cases
• Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for the presentation of cases
• Interpreted laws, rules, and regulations for individuals and businesses
• Advised clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, the advisability of prosecuting and defending court cases, and legal rights and obligations

Legal Internship (NYSC) at Kana & Co. (2012-12 – 2013-10)

Legal internship experience

Legal Internship at Majekodunmi and Co. (2012-05 – 2012-06)

Legal internship experience

Barrister at Law (BL) in Law – NIGERIA LAW SCHOOL, ABUJA (2011-10 – 2012-11)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) in Law – UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN (2006-06 – 2011-09)