Caseworker

• Oct 2022 - Present

Impact Researcher (Businesses & Corporations)

• Aug 2022 - Oct 2022

In this role, I carried out the following:1. Conducted market research on CSR and ESG practices of FTSE100 companies in the UK2. Identified gaps in companies’ CSR and ESG reports and exploring strategies to improve corporate impact reporting for prospective clients.3. Developed criteria for impact reporting and surveys to targeted companies. In this role, I carried out the following:1. Conducted market research on CSR and ESG practices of FTSE100 companies in the UK2. Identified gaps in companies’ CSR and ESG reports and exploring strategies to improve corporate impact reporting for prospective clients.3. Developed criteria for impact reporting and surveys to targeted companies.

Summer Work Experience

• Aug 2022 - Aug 2022

Ignition Law is a boutique law firm for startups and entrepreneurs. I worked in the Corporate and Finance practice groups during the one-week work placement gaining knowledge on corporate law and corporate finance. The following summarises my role throughout the scheme:1. Reviewed venture debt agreements (debenture and charge over cash) to further advise client2. Reviewed commercial contract – market partnership agreement to further advise client3. Conducted corporate filings including: Board Minutes, stock transfer forms, power of attorney for shareholders, etc. sent to the Companies House.

Legal and Compliance Intern

• Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

I completed an 8-week internship within the Legal and Compliance team of a top 500 global asset management company. In this role, I acquired significant knowledge of financial services and regulatory procedures. The following are my roles and responsibilities:1. Managed H1-2022 compliance monitoring review and presented findings on Best Execution policy to Senior Management2. Conducted legal research on new legislations and regulatory procedures such as ESG Disclosure Rules by the US Securities and Exchange Commission for asset managers3. Managed client due diligence documentation to evaluate financial crime risks in clients’ portfolios.

Exhibition Assistant (The Exchange)

• Sep 2021 - Jun 2022

In this role, I demonstrated my ability as a self-starter working as an Exhibition Assistant at The Exchange, a new establishment of the University of Birmingham for public engagement. The following summarises my roles:1. Delivered presentations on the university’s research projects on decarbonisation and sustainability2. Provided heritage tours of the former Birmingham Municipal Bank to guests3. Handled enquiries on public engagement programmes and venue bookings. In this role, I demonstrated my ability as a self-starter working as an Exhibition Assistant at The Exchange, a new establishment of the University of Birmingham for public engagement. The following summarises my roles:1. Delivered presentations on the university’s research projects on decarbonisation and sustainability2. Provided heritage tours of the former Birmingham Municipal Bank to guests3. Handled enquiries on public engagement programmes and venue bookings.

Bridge Fellow & Technical Assistant (Public Policy)

• Jul 2020 - Feb 2022

I was selected as one of the 25 Nigerians for the inaugural cohort of the Bridge Fellowship by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), a leading public policy think-tank. The following summarises my role during the fellowship:1. Reviewed national development plans and policies from 2007 – 2019, and presented a diagnostic report on the success areas and shortfalls2. Conducted policy research and analysis on thematic areas: international trade & investment, defence, national security and foreign policy 3. Drafted final policy recommendations for the 2021 – 2025 Medium Term National Development Plan approved by the Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning4. Worked as a Rapporteur for the annual Nigerian Economic Summit (NES) from 2019 - 2021.

Insight Scheme

• Aug 2021 - Aug 2021

I completed a 1-week insight scheme at Pinsent Masons' Birmingham office. My duties include the following:1. Worked in the Property practice group gaining insights on commercial property development & investment2. Adopted client-focused approach in supply of goods contract review, and advised the client on potential contractual liabilities3. Developed commercial awareness skills by completing group case studies. I completed a 1-week insight scheme at Pinsent Masons' Birmingham office. My duties include the following:1. Worked in the Property practice group gaining insights on commercial property development & investment2. Adopted client-focused approach in supply of goods contract review, and advised the client on potential contractual liabilities3. Developed commercial awareness skills by completing group case studies.

Communication Assistant

• Jul 2020 - Jan 2021

Inclusive Friends Association is a leading non-profit for disability rights and inclusion. In this role, I deployed digital technology and storytelling skills to project the organisation's impact from project implementation and advocacy efforts. The following summarises my role:1. Designed a communication strategy for stakeholder engagement and social media optimisation2. Prepared communication materials - quarterly newsletters, press releases, speeches and blog articles3. Managed external relations with major stakeholders – international donors, local partners and media agencies.

Project Assistant

• Jan 2019 - Nov 2019

Civic Foundation for Innovation provides tech and media consultancy services for a diverse client base such as government agencies, startups and charities. I worked in the philanthropic arm of the business as a Project Assistant. I supervised the implementation of Civic-X project targeted at digital literacy and inclusion supported by Oracle and Google. I managed donor and stakeholder expectations for project implementation thereby gaining skills in client relationship. Civic Foundation for Innovation provides tech and media consultancy services for a diverse client base such as government agencies, startups and charities. I worked in the philanthropic arm of the business as a Project Assistant. I supervised the implementation of Civic-X project targeted at digital literacy and inclusion supported by Oracle and Google. I managed donor and stakeholder expectations for project implementation thereby gaining skills in client relationship.