Barbara Ufuoma Manuel

• Provided direction during critical decision-making process to enable strategic growth.
• Led team development initiatives towards enhanced performance.
• Championed sustainability initiatives, showcasing corporate social responsibility commitment.
• Put in place clear controls for financial administration and business management.
• Reviewed reports from subordinate management to identify areas of opportunity.
• Worked with board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.
• Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
• Spearheaded strategic planning and decision-making processes aligning with mission and stakeholder interests.
• Monitored operations to assess and highlight results.
• Maintained organisational compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
• Partnered with management team to optimise operations and reduce costs.

• Provided expert advice on legal matters aiding in management's strategic plans.
• Streamlined administrative systems for increased efficiency within the company.
• Managed legal documentation for a streamlined workflow.
• Facilitated training sessions for staff development and upskilling initiatives.
• Maintained company records meticulously, ensuring accessibility and accuracy at all times.
• Collaborated closely with finance team to maintain fiscal responsibility and integrity.
• Ensured timely statutory filings, resulting in regulatory compliance.
• Assisted in mergers and acquisitions, facilitating business growth and expansion efforts.
• Oversaw risk management processes to mitigate potential threats.
• Orchestrated general meetings to ensure smooth operations.
• Forged strong relationships with external auditors resulting in improved collaboration and audit results.
• Led contract negotiations to secure favourable terms for the firm.
• Created and maintained logical and orderly digital filing system for impeccable record keeping.
• Took initiative to self-assign administrative tasks in line with company policy to maximise impact.
• Planned and scheduled meetings, creating agendas and minutes as needed.
• Organised travel and accommodations arrangements within assigned budgets.
• Took and communicated messages to minimise interruptions to staff workflows.

• Maintained company records meticulously, ensuring accessibility and accuracy at all times.
• Executed duties as per the Companies Act, contributing towards legal adherence throughout the organisation.
• Assisted in mergers and acquisitions, facilitating business growth and expansion efforts.
• Led contract negotiations to secure favourable terms for the firm.
• Forged strong relationships with external auditors resulting in improved collaboration and audit results.
• Orchestrated general meetings to ensure smooth operations.
• Provided expert advice on legal matters aiding in management's strategic plans.
• Managed legal documentation for a streamlined workflow.
• Ensured timely statutory filings, resulting in regulatory compliance.
• Acted as main contact for staff and clients.

• Developed legal strategies and arguments for successful case outcomes.
• Drafted, Reviewed and made recommendations to the Board in relation to contract agreements between the Rivers State Universal Education Board and Contractors to the Board.
• Conducted thorough research on various legal issues for informed decision-making processes.
• Assisted in the drafting and reviewing of complex legal documents for improved compliance.
• Advised management on business transactions to mitigate potential risks.
• Prepared legal briefs and coordinated activity with lawyers to progress cases.

After the compulsory 4 weeks camp at the NYSC Camp, Nowa-Gbam, Rivers State, Served as a corper with the Rivers State Ministry of Justice, Port Harcourt, Rivers State in the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (D.P.P.)