Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Majoraccomplishments
Personal Information
Research
References
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Bukola Olusayo Adanlawo

Bukola Olusayo Adanlawo

Business Development Manager
Lekki,Lagos

Summary

Results-oriented and enthusiastic legal professional with a progressive career spanning diverse industries including human resources, information technology, legal, and real estate. Background in law is complemented by extensive knowledge of business operations and human resources management. Possesses a unique ability to diversify and explore new possibilities, consistently delivering excellence in all endeavors.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

The Bulb Africa
06.2022 - Current
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
  • Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that generated high-quality leads for the sales team.
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
  • Mentored junior team members in effective sales techniques, fostering a high-performance culture within the organization.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, consistently exceeding revenue targets through upselling strategies and exceptional customer service.
  • Kept meticulous client notes and updated account information in company databases.
  • Implemented CRM tools to better track sales opportunities and customer interactions.
  • Streamlined contract renewal processes to enhance customer retention rates.
  • Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging team members to propose new ideas for products and services.
  • Optimized operational processes for cost savings, analyzing existing procedures and implementing improvements.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.

OPERATIONS LEAD

THE BULB AFRICA
07.2020 - 06.2022


  • An Information Technology Firm
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and services to clients.
  • Conducted regular performance assessments, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for growth and development among team members.
  • Reduced operational costs through continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures.
  • Championed change management efforts across organizational departments, assisting employees in adapting to new policies or procedures effectively.
  • Assisted in the development of long-term strategic plans, aligning operational goals with overarching company objectives.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and optimizing workflows.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing terms without compromising on quality or service levels.
  • Utilized data-driven insights to inform decision-making processes regarding resource allocation or process improvements within the operations department.
  • Managed and allocated staff and material resources to meet production goals.
  • Oversaw problem resolution to address barriers to operational efficiency.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Ensured strict compliance with industry regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant guidelines and best practices.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide objectives and drive operational excellence.
  • Performed quality control and monitored production efforts.
  • Recruited and trained new employees.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety first culture.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.

Human Resources/Legal Officer

UPPERLINK LIMITED
10.2018 - 06.2020


  • An Information Technology Firm
  • Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
  • Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
  • Reduced company liability by implementing effective risk management strategies and
  • Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.
  • Assisted in the development of corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
  • Managed and supervised document database to maintain litigation records.
  • Advised executive leadership on regulatory changes impacting business operations, enabling proactive adjustments to maintain compliance.
  • Managed a diverse caseload effectively by prioritizing tasks, balancing workload, and consistently meeting targets.
  • Created customized training programs for employees on relevant legal topics, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.
  • Composed correspondence and relevant memorandum for the company
  • Developed comprehensive corporate leadership strategy and trained executives, upper management and legal department on adherence to strategy.
  • Participated actively in corporate governance activities such as board meetings and annual shareholder events, offering sound legal perspectives on critical business decisions.
  • Served as a key resource within the organization for ethics matters by developing guidelines aimed at promoting ethical conduct among employees.
  • Ensured intellectual property protection through registration of patents, trademarks, and copyrights, safeguarding valuable assets from unauthorized use or infringement.
  • Coordinated responses to government inquiries or investigations involving the company's operations or personnel while diligently protecting company interests.
  • Supported human resources department by addressing employment law matters such as employee relations issue
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Organized social activities to enhance team bonding

Legal- Externship

Udo-Udoma & Belo-Osagie
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Legal research
  • Office Administration
  • Accompanied associates to court to witness legal proceedings
  • Fostered strong relationships with extern supervisors to ensure placements were beneficial for both students and host organizations.
  • Implemented feedback system for externs and their hosts, leading to continuous improvement of externship experience.
  • Monitored externs' progress and addressed challenges as they arose, ensuring successful completion of externship assignments.

Legal assistant and research

Ministry Of Justice
11.2015 - 11.2016
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.

Property Verifier

OLX Group
05.2015 - 10.2015


  • Properties section
  • Monitored ongoing trends in verification methodologies and technologies, staying current on best practices in the field.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality when dealing with sensitive personal information throughout the entire verification process.
  • Updated internal databases regularly with verified information, facilitating easy access for all team members involved in the process.
  • Improved verification accuracy by implementing thorough quality control processes and procedures.
  • Identified potential areas of risk or fraud during the verification process, mitigating potential losses for clients and the company.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining workflows and optimizing communication between departments.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on special projects, ensuring successful completion within deadlines.
  • Streamlined reporting processes for increased efficiency, allowing for quicker response times to client requests.
  • Conducted in-depth research to gather all required data for comprehensive background checks.
  • Managed multiple concurrent verification projects without compromising accuracy or deadlines.
  • Participated in regular team meetings discussing ways to improve departmental operations as well as sharing updates on individual projects.

Education

Bachelor of Laws -

Nigerian Law School, Bayelsa
11.2016 - 11 2017

Bachelor of Laws (LL.b) - undefined

Lagos State University
10.2009 - 11 2014

Secondary School Leaving Certificate - undefined

Holy Child College
07.2002 - 11 2008

Skills

Prospect targeting

Affiliations

  • Nigerian Bar Association
  • Nigerian Institute of Management
  • Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (C.I.P.M)

Majoraccomplishments

  • Formulated policies and processes for the company
  • Developed of business strategies
  • Successfully managed a business unit with high turnover rate for the company

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 12/16/91

Research

The Independence of the Judiciary in Nigeria

References

On request

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Business Development Manager - The Bulb Africa
06.2022 - Current
OPERATIONS LEAD - THE BULB AFRICA
07.2020 - 06.2022
Human Resources/Legal Officer - UPPERLINK LIMITED
10.2018 - 06.2020
Legal- Externship - Udo-Udoma & Belo-Osagie
07.2017 - 08.2017
Nigerian Law School - Bachelor of Laws,
11.2016 - 11 2017
Legal assistant and research - Ministry Of Justice
11.2015 - 11.2016
Property Verifier - OLX Group
05.2015 - 10.2015
Lagos State University - Bachelor of Laws (LL.b),
10.2009 - 11 2014
Holy Child College - Secondary School Leaving Certificate,
07.2002 - 11 2008
Bukola Olusayo AdanlawoBusiness Development Manager