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Odunayo OYASIJI

@odunayooyasiji

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Technology and privacy attorney with 10+ years of experience.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and values compliance in technology.

I am a technology and privacy attorney with over 10 years of cross-jurisdictional experience in regulatory compliance, privacy law, and commercial transactions. Licensed in New York, Alberta, Ontario, and Nigeria, I have developed a strong expertise in supporting technology procurement, developing privacy programs, and negotiating complex agreements. My role as a trusted advisor in both public and private sectors has allowed me to deliver business-aligned legal solutions that meet global regulatory standards, including GDPR and CCPA.

Currently, I serve as a Senior Privacy Advisor for the Government of Alberta, where I lead privacy impact assessments and policy development for government-wide tech initiatives. My key achievement includes negotiating cloud contracts worth over $50 million. I also provide strategic counsel on data governance and legal risk management, ensuring compliance with privacy legislation and cybersecurity standards. My previous roles have equipped me with a robust understanding of intellectual property licensing, SaaS contracts, and digital agreements, allowing me to effectively support global technology clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Legal Counsel

Current

Viewpoint Legal

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)

Drafted, negotiated, and advised on privacy documentation including policies, DPAs, and SCCs. Counseled clients on intellectual property licensing, SaaS contracts, and ISO 27001 compliance.

Privacy Policies Data Processing Agreements Intellectual Property ISO 27001 Risk Management Regulatory Compliance Technology Law

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Senior Privacy Advisor

Current

Ministry of Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta

May 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)

Led PIAs, privacy breach assessments, and policy development for government-wide tech initiatives. Advised on compliance with provincial/federal privacy legislation and cybersecurity standards, negotiating cloud contracts worth over $50M in TCV.

Policy Development Regulatory Compliance Contract Negotiation Data Governance Risk Management Data Security

Senior Associate

Crowncourt Attorneys

Sep 2015 - Dec 2021 (6 years 3 months)

Advised multinational clients on advertising, gaming, and data compliance, and supported negotiation of high-value contracts across various sectors. Developed and reviewed legal content for firm visibility and client education.

Regulatory Compliance Contract Negotiation Data Compliance Risk Assessment Commercial Law Fintech Law

Legal Correspondent

Businessday Newspaper

Sep 2018 - Apr 2019 (7 months)

Managed the legal page 'Legal Perspectives with Odunayo Oyasiji,' successfully publishing over 60 articles on various legal topics. Trained the editorial crew on laws related to journalism.

Legal Research Interviewing Reporting

Legal Counsel (Privacy, Corporate & Commercial)

First City Monument Bank

Aug 2013 - Sep 2015 (2 years 1 month)

Developed internal privacy and community use policies, and negotiated syndicated loan deals worth $150M. Provided legal opinions on CBN regulations and drafted various banking policies.

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Hermon Legal Practitioners

Nov 2011 - Jul 2013 (1 year 8 months)

Reviewed and negotiated software licensing agreements for gaming companies, and successfully represented the Central Bank of Nigeria in significant legal matters. Drafted and negotiated various contracts for clients.

Software Licensing Contract Negotiation Legal Drafting Litigation Commercial Contracts Legal Dispute Resolution Regulatory Affairs

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Birmingham

LLM, Law

2016 - 2017

Completed a Master of Laws program at the University of Birmingham. This advanced legal study deepened understanding of complex legal principles and international law.

University of Ilorin, Nigeria

LL.B. / JD Equivalent, Law

2005 - 2009

Obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. This foundational legal education provided a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and practices.