Uzoma Elekwa

Legally trained professional (LL.B, B.L) with solid experience in contract drafting, legal research, regulatory compliance, and client advisory. Proven ability to support partnership development, stakeholder engagement, and operational coordination within both legal practice and NGO environments. Experienced in managing cross functional responsibilities, handling confidential information and delivering structured solutions in fast paced settings.

Strong interest in international humanitarian work, policy support and protection focused roles, with a commitment to building a career within global and impact driven organization.

Legal Associate - AOP Legal

(2025-04)

• Draft and review a wide range of commercial and corporate contract.
• Provide legal advisory service to corporate and individual client.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions and documentation.
• Support corporate governance and regulatory compliance processes.
• Facilitate company incorporation and post incorporation compliance.
• Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and advisory.

Legal & Partnerships Support Associate (Contract) - Dimas Ng Ltd (NGO) - Lagos, Nigeria (Remote)

(2026-02 - 2026-03)

• supported strategic outreach and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Drafted and reviewed partnership agreement, sponsorship proposals.
• Coordinated partnership pipelines and follow up processes.
• Managed executive communications, reporting and documentation.
• Contributed to cross border collaboration efforts and partnership expansion.
• Handled confidential organizational data with discretion.

Administrative Assistant (Operations & Compliance Support) - Malium Advisory - Lagos, Nigeria (Remote)

(2024-07 - 2025-02)

• Managed executive scheduling, correspondence and documentation.
• Oversaw confidential and compliance related administrative processes.
• Coordinated meetings and tracked deliverables across teams.
• Prioritized tasks and managed deadlines in a fast-paced remote environment.
• Utilized productivity tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Google Sheets.

Loan Officer (Compliance & Risk Support) - 234 Loans - Lagos, Nigeria (Remote)

(2023-07 - 2024-10)

• Reviewed and processed loan applications ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Conducted credit and risk assessments.
• Verified documentation and maintained audit ready records.
• Compliance with all applicable lending regulations.
• Risk Assessment.
• Built client relationship and ensured effective communication throughout loan lifecycle.

M.B Abiola & Co - Lagos State, Nigeria

(2022-11 - 2023-10)

• Drafting of legal documents.
• Proofreading and review of case files.
• Conducted legal research.
• Assisted in client consultation and negotiation.

Law Forte - Abuja, Nigeria

(2022-04 - 2022-05)

• Participated in intense legal drafting and advocacy training.
• Strengthened legal writing and analytical skills.

Federal High Court (FCT)

(2022-03 - 2022-04)

• Oversaw externs' activities and reporting.
• Observed Witness Protection.
• Observed self-representation in court.

Bachelor of Laws - Law - Afe Babalola, Ado Ekiti, Nigeria (2020)

Barrister at Law - Law - Nigerian Law School, (FCT) (2022)

Discharge Certificate - National Youth Service Corp (2023)