Oluwakemisola Oche

Experienced Legal and Compliance Professional with over 10 years of expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, contract management, legal advisory, and company secretarial practice. Skilled in drafting and reviewing legal documents, supporting regulatory filings, monitoring compliance obligations, and advising management on legal and regulatory risks. Proven ability to ensure adherence to AML, CFT, data protection, and corporate governance requirements while supporting board and executive operations.

Strong background in policy development, dispute resolution, and strategic legal support within corporate environments.

General Manager, Administration - Westbridge Industries Limited

(2024-07 - 2026-02)

Shipping, Farming and Lube oil Manufacturing

• Provide legal advisory and compliance support across corporate operations.
• Monitor applicable laws and regulatory developments and advise management on compliance implications.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, policies, and legal documentation.
• Support regulatory filings, compliance reporting, and statutory documentation.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, labour regulations, and internal governance procedures.
• Maintain legal and compliance records, registers, and documentation systems.
• Support board and management meetings by preparing legal documentation and governance materials.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Oversee dispute resolution and ensure adherence to Nigerian labour laws.

PA to GMD / Legal Officer - Haldane McCall PLC (SURU Group)

(2023-06 - 2024-06)

Hospitality and Real Estate

• Provided legal and regulatory compliance support to executive management.
• Drafted, reviewed, and vetted contracts, agreements, and corporate documentation.
• Conducted legal risk assessments and advised management on regulatory implications.
• Assisted in maintaining compliance documentation and regulatory records.
• Supported executive meetings and ensured proper documentation of key resolutions.

Company Secretary / Legal & Admin Officer - Academy for Entrepreneurial Studies, Nigeria

(2013-06 - 2023-05)

Hospitality, Real Estate, Manufacturing and NGO

• Ensured organizational compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Served as Company Secretary, coordinating board meetings, committee meetings, and statutory filings.
• Drafted and reviewed contracts, policies, governance documents, and legal correspondence.
• Maintained compliance registers, corporate records, and statutory documentation.
• Developed and implemented HR and compliance policies aligned with labour regulations.
• Advised management on legal, governance, and compliance-related matters.
• Supported internal compliance monitoring and risk management initiatives.
• Successfully resolved employee relations and labour law disputes.

Associate Counsel - Oritsematosan Edodo, Thorpe & Associates

(2012-06 - 2013-06)

Law Firm

• Handled litigation, legal research, and client advisory services.
• Represented clients in court and prepared legal pleadings.
• Drafted legal documentation and provided legal advisory services to clients.
• Conducted legal research and case analysis for dispute resolution matters.

Solicitor & Advocate - Jesmajoe Solicitors

(2011 - 2012)

Law Firm

• Represented clients in court proceedings and legal negotiations.
• Drafted legal pleadings, agreements, and advisory documentation.
• Conducted legal research and supported dispute resolution processes.

Master of Laws - Private & Property Law - University of Lagos (2014)

Barrister-at-Law - Nigerian Law School, Abuja (2005)

Bachelor of Laws - University of Ibadan (2004)

NYSC National Youth Service Certificate - National Youth Service Corps (2006 - 2007)