Gabriel Ojobo

Results-driven Compliance and Legal Operations professional with 10+ years of experience supporting organizations across financial services, fintech, technology, infrastructure, investment, and real estate sectors. Proven track record designing compliance frameworks, managing regulatory engagements, conducting risk assessments, advising executive leadership, and supporting cross-border transactions within highly regulated environments. Experienced in AML/CFT compliance, governance, enterprise risk management, regulatory investigations, policy development, legal operations, and stakeholder engagement.

Demonstrated ability to strengthen compliance programs, mitigate regulatory exposure, and support business growth through practical, risk-based compliance solutions. Interested in global compliance, regulatory affairs, legal operations, governance, financial crime compliance, and remote-first organizations operating across multiple jurisdictions.

Corporate Legal, Compliance & Enterprise Risk Executive - GText Holdings Limited - Lagos, Nigeria

(2025-01)

• Lead compliance, governance, and enterprise risk initiatives across 5+ subsidiaries operating within financial services, infrastructure, and real estate sectors.
• Designed and implemented AML/CFT compliance frameworks across 300+ business units, strengthening regulatory readiness and compliance controls.
• Developed and deployed KYC, enhanced due diligence, and PEP screening procedures supporting the onboarding and review of 2000+ customers, investors, or stakeholders.
• Conducted enterprise-wide compliance reviews and risk assessments, identifying and addressing 18+ regulatory gaps and control deficiencies.
• Structured legal and compliance documentation supporting cross-border transactions valued at over $10Million involving Nigerian and international entities.
• Drafted, negotiated, and reviewed commercial agreements, investment documentation, joint ventures, and leasing transactions exceeding $4million.
• Managed regulatory engagements with eight(8) government agencies, regulators, and investigative bodies, supporting successful resolution of compliance matters.
• Advised executive leadership on governance, regulatory obligations, and operational risk matters affecting multiple business units.

Senior Legal Counsel - Fola Akinrinsola, Ojo & Co Legal Practice - Lagos, Nigeria

(2023-06 - 2024-12)

• Advised 50+ clients across fintech, technology, financial services, and real estate sectors on regulatory compliance, governance, and legal risk management.
• Supported regulatory investigations, compliance reviews, and engagements involving regulatory authorities and commercial stakeholders.
• Drafted and negotiated 150 + commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, governance policies, and investment documents.
• Developed governance instruments including whistleblower, insider trading, and compliance policies aligned with regulatory standards.
• Conducted legal and regulatory research supporting compliance advisory reports and strategic decision-making.
• Monitored regulatory developments across twenty (20) + sectors and delivered compliance updates to management teams and clients.

Independent Legal & Compliance Consultant - Freelance - Lagos, Nigeria

(2022-11 - 2023-06)

• Delivered compliance and legal advisory services to Thirty (30)+ SMEs across multiple industries.
• Conducted compliance reviews, risk assessments, and governance evaluations identifying 20+ compliance improvement opportunities.
• Supported clients with regulatory filings, governance documentation, contract management, and data protection compliance.
• Advised business owners on legal risk mitigation strategies supporting operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Legal Counsel & Regulatory Adviser - Septem VII Investment Limited / Lange & Grant Commodities

(2022-05 - 2023-06)

• Provided legal and regulatory advisory support across investment and commodity trading operations.
• Managed statutory compliance obligations and regulatory filings for several entities.
• Conducted due diligence reviews on transactions valued at over $3million.
• Supported transaction execution through regulatory analysis, risk assessment, and stakeholder coordination.
• Assisted management in strengthening governance and compliance processes across business operations.

Legal Counsel - Tolu Babaleye & Co

(2019-03 - 2022-04)

• Advised clients on commercial transactions, governance matters, regulatory compliance issues, and legal risk management.
• Conducted due diligence exercises, contract reviews, and risk assessments across 200 transactions and engagements.
• Supported dispute resolution and commercial negotiations involving stakeholders across multiple sectors.
• Developed legal opinions, compliance guidance, and governance documentation supporting informed business decisions.

Founder & Lead Coordinator - The Flemer Project

• Founded and led a pro bono legal advocacy initiative supporting access to justice for pre-trial detainees and underserved communities.
• Coordinated legal support services for 150+ beneficiaries through stakeholder engagement with legal practitioners, correctional institutions, and volunteers.
• Led community advocacy initiatives reaching approximately 400+ individuals through legal awareness and rights education programs.
• Managed volunteer coordination, case support activities, stakeholder communications, and project implementation efforts.

Master of Laws - LL.M - University of Lagos (2024)

Barrister-at-Law - B.L - Nigerian Law School (2015)

Bachelor of Laws - LL.B - University of Lagos (2014)