Hi, I’m
ERIYESEIGHE T. CLEOPAS
Abuja, F.C.T.
Summary
Results-driven legal and compliance professional with over 8 years of experience in administrative support, legal advisory, and regulatory compliance across public, private, and non-governmental sectors.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Ikoni Health Foundation
Head of Compliance
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Designed and implemented internal control systems in alignment with UK nonprofit regulations.
- Supervised virtual administrative teams and managed stakeholder communications.
- Led audit and compliance reviews supporting organizational transparency and donor confidence.
- Remote
Agabi Kanu & Co.
Associate Lawyer
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinated client case files, legal documentation, and administrative court procedures.
- Advised on real estate compliance and regulatory frameworks.
Abubakar Mustapha & Co.
Associate Lawyer
01.2022 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Drafted contracts and maintained legal records for corporate and nonprofit clients.
- Supported administrative litigation processes, scheduling, and inter-agency communication.
Castle Law
Legal Associate
01.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Company Overview: Development Sector Projects
- Collaborated with INGOs including USAID for program compliance and local law alignment.
- Managed document control and contributed to project evaluations and legal reporting.
O.O. Olowokure
Associate Lawyer
01.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Delivered immigration law support, including visa processing and compliance tracking.
- Assisted with corporate and IP law matters, including drafting and litigation support.
- Oversaw legal records, maintained client case files, and ensured operational efficiency.
Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA)
Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Director of Legal
12.2017 - 11.2018
Job overview
- Provided high-level administrative and legal support within a national security framework.
- Drafted and managed confidential legal documents, reports, and communications.
- Scheduled internal legal briefings and coordinated interdepartmental correspondence.
- Maintained classified filing systems and supported the Director's engagement with legal reforms.
Education
University of IbadanIbadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
LLB from Law
12.2015
Nigerian Law SchoolBagauda, Kano State, Nigeria.
BL
12.2017
Skills
- Administrative Coordination
- Policy & Document Management
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Regulatory & Compliance Oversight
- Legal Advisory & Risk Mitigation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Research & Report Writing
- Program Monitoring & Evaluation
- MS Office Suite Google Workspace
- Legal Research Platforms Digital Tools
- In Progress: Python & CSS (freeCodeCamp)
Certification
- Compliance Law, University of Pennsylvania – 2023
- Computer Science for Lawyers, Harvard – 2023
- Financial Markets, Yale – 2020
- Ethics, British Council – 2020
- Digital Marketing, Google – 2019
- Chartered Secretary, ICSAN – In Progress (Expected 2025)
- Solving Business Problems, LinkedIn Learning – 2021
- CSS & Python, freeCodeCamp – In Progress (2026)
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Yoruba
Intermediate (B1)
Hausa
Beginner (A1)
References
- Barr. Ikechukwu Nwabufo
+1(267) 366-9952, iykebufo@yahoo.co.uk
- Barr. Oluwarotimi Ibitoye
+2349061395624, amantoye@gmail.com
- Barr Mustapha I. Abubakar (SAN)
miabubakar@gmail.com
Leadership and Volunteer work
- Publicity Executive, RCCG Region 10 Youth and Young Adults (2024 – Present)
Spearheading outreach strategies, digital engagement, and event promotion across the region. - Youth President, RCCG Youth and Young Adults Affairs (2021 – 2024)
Led youth initiatives, mentorship programs, and spiritual development across multiple zones. - Volunteer Legal Advisor, Kevwe and Friends (formerly The Team Initiative)
Offered legal support for youth development and community empowerment projects. - Administrative Assistant, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Gubernatorial Campaign – Medical Outreach (2019)
Coordinated logistics and documentation for medical outreach programs across Lagos State. - Legal Support Volunteer, Abade-Toru Coastal Community Advocacy
Contributed to legal advocacy efforts for land rights, access to justice, and environmental protections. - Member, Legal Aid CDS, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) (2017 – 2018)
Provided legal aid and education to underserved communities and facilitated dispute resolution.
Timeline
Head of Compliance
Ikoni Health Foundation
03.2024 - Current
Associate Lawyer
Agabi Kanu & Co.
01.2024 - Current
Associate Lawyer
Abubakar Mustapha & Co.
01.2022 - 01.2024
Legal Associate
Castle Law
01.2020 - 01.2022
Associate Lawyer
O.O. Olowokure
01.2019 - 01.2020
Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Director of Legal
Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA)
12.2017 - 11.2018
University of Ibadan
LLB from Law
Nigerian Law School
BL
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