Olatunbosun Ishola
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Experienced policy planner well-versed in assessing regulations, legislation and standard practices. Good verbal and written communication, presentation and project management abilities. Skilled at authoring insightful and in-depth opinions and helping to build up grassroots support or opposition for changes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Analyst
Ladroit Practice
Lagos, Lagos
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Researched and analyzed current and proposed policies to evaluate their potential impact on stakeholders.
- Developed policy briefs on key issues for government decision-makers.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with stakeholders to gain valuable insights into the industry's challenges and opportunities.
- Organized and facilitated stakeholder meetings to discuss proposed changes to policies.
- Drafted reports that summarized findings from research projects, outlining implications of proposed policy changes.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to develop new strategies for implementing policy initiatives.
- Provided technical advice and expertise regarding the implementation of laws, regulations, and policies at the local, state, and federal levels.
- Evaluated existing policies against best practices to ensure they are up-to-date and effective.
- Prepared presentations for senior management on various topics related to policy analysis findings.
- Consulted with external organizations such as advocacy groups, trade associations, and other governmental agencies about proposed legislation or regulations impacting their interests.
- Collaborated with legal counsels in drafting legislative language for bills or regulatory documents related to specific policies under review.
Legal Professional
Lloyds corporate lawyers
Lagos, Lagos
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Provided advice and guidance to clients on legal matters related to contracts, litigation, and regulations.
- Reviewed documents for accuracy and completeness prior to submission in court proceedings.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, briefs, memorandums of law, discovery requests and responses.
- Researched relevant statutes, cases and other legal authorities to support client positions.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsels in both civil and criminal matters.
- Participated in meetings with internal stakeholders regarding potential risks or liabilities.
- Advised senior management on risk mitigation strategies related to legal issues.
Education
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
Lagos, Nigeria08-2012
LL.B - Common Law
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Nigeria07-2011
Skills
- Policy evaluation
- Conducting assessments
- Evaluating legislation
- Legal writing
- New Policies Processing
- Client Interviews
- Legislative Knowledge
- Professional Demeanor
Timeline
Policy Analyst
Ladroit Practice
09.2019 - 08.2022
Legal Professional
Lloyds corporate lawyers
04.2015 - 08.2019
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
LL.B - Common Law
University of Ilorin
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