Experienced professional with 18 years of experience with focus on immigration consultancy. Facilitates seamless immigration processes by leveraging deep knowledge of legal requirements and strong client relationship skills. Delivers tailored solutions to ensure compliance and successful outcomes for clients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Legal Practitioner / Immigration Consultant
RME Solicitors, Ikeja, Lagos
Ikeja, Lagos
2013.10 - 2026.05
Administrative duties- responsible for daily running of the office, ensured members of staff carried out their daily tasks effectively and efficiently.
Generated a 15% increase in visa approval rates by refining document preparation and compliance strategies.
Realized a 25% growth in new client acquisition through targeted immigration consultation and advocacy services.
Spearheaded immigration law consultations, advising clients on visa applications, and providing expert legal guidance for UK entry.
Orchestrated the meticulous preparation of visas to the US, Tier 4 student visas, entry clearance, partner visas, and indefinite leave applications to the UK.
Administered seamless processing of temporary resident visas, study permits, and permanent resident visas for Canada. Oversaw visit visa applications to European countries, ensuring meticulous documentation and compliance.
Responsible for drafting and reviewing legal documents, handling CAC and lands' registry related matters.
Recruitment Specialist
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing Inc.
Tampa, Florida
2024.01 - 2025.12
Responsible for screening job applicants’ resumes, performing and coordinating pre-screening and digital interviews for Nurses, Physicians, and other allied healthcare professionals.
Creating submission details for submission to delivery managers and subsequently to client for direct hires.
Using Crelate to keep in touch with applicants and evaluate their submissions, and Monday Board to keep track of and manage simple everyday tasks to complex multi-step projects.
Facilitated successful placement of Physicians, Nurses and Allied Healthcare professionals in open roles.
Remote
Head of Procurement & Business Development
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing Inc.
Tampa, Florida
2023.01 - 2023.12
Responsible for searching for Request for Proposals, Invitation for Bids, Invitation to Bids, Request for Information on various platforms such as BidNet Direct, New York State Contract Reporter and so on for healthcare staffing and ensuring all minimum requirements are met before submission of a proposal.
Worked closely with the CEO on reviewing proposals before submission.
Responsible for drafting responses to RFPs.
Actively prospected for new sales leads and business opportunities across the US.
Remote
Immigration Solicitor/Executive Assistant to the CEO
Harvard Chambers
2009.11 - 2013.09
Championed as Principal Immigration Consultant, achieving a 90% success rate in diverse immigration cases, enhancing client advocacy.
Orchestrated comprehensive training, developing new legal consultants, reinforcing expertise in immigration law, visa applications, and deportation defense.
Pioneered appeals and administrative reviews, representing clients globally in overcoming visa denials and deportation threats.
Crafted compelling review letters, overturning a decade-long British visa ban, showcasing expertise in legal compliance and asylum cases.
Advised clients strategically on document preparation, visa applications, and citizenship submissions, ensuring optimal success.
Maintained a client contact list, fostering strong relationships and contributing to effective case management in cross-border issues.
Junior Counsel
Al-Ihsan Chambers, Gusau (NYSC)
Gusau
2008.08 - 2009.07
Implemented cost-effective document management, resulting in a 10% reduction in expenses.
Represented clients in immigration matters, delivering persuasive arguments in High Courts.
Filed immigration-related legal documents efficiently in Magistrates and High Courts.
Scrutinized reports on Corporate Affairs Commission searches for immigration compliance.
Volunteered with Legal Aid, offering pro bono representation to immigration clients in court.
Education
Masters of Law - Law
University of Lagos
2012.02 - 2019.07
Bachelor of Law - Law
University of Benin
Benin City
2004.01 - 2007.06
Diploma in Law - Law
University of Benin
2000.01 - 2002.12
Skills
Recruitment Case Management Legal Research Legal Compliance Immigration Law Data Management Language Proficiency Document Preparation Client Counselling Networking Legal Consultation Visa Applications Client Advocacy Cross-Border Issues Citizenship Applications Crisis Management Communication Skills Leadership Time Management Adaptability Problem-Solving Attention to Details Patience Empathy Negotiation Administrative duties