Saheedat Lawal
@saheedatlawal
Administrative Officer combining legal expertise with governance and HR administration excellence.
What I'm looking for
I’m a versatile Administrative Officer with 5+ years of experience spanning governance, human resources, and legal administration across university and judicial environments. I’m known for office coordination, executive support, and records management that keeps documentation accurate and accessible.
In my recent governance role at the University of Ilorin, I coordinate Council meeting logistics—agenda preparation, timely distribution, and detailed minute-taking—while drafting internal reports, correspondence, and policy documents. I also maintain confidential records in line with institutional protocols and data protection standards, strengthening stakeholder communication between Council members, committees, and administrative units.
I’ve also driven measurable efficiency improvements by streamlining workflows (cutting turnaround time by 30%), designing records management systems that reduced errors by 40%, and leading digitisation of legal and administrative records for transparency and remote accessibility. With my legal background, I support executive decision-making through compliance summaries, policy briefs, and strategic reporting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Assistant
Shari'a Court of Appeal
Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)
Conducted legal research to support case preparation and judicial administration, and drafted judicial opinions, legal memos, and reports. Organized and maintained case documentation to improve accessibility for clerks and magistrates.
Legal Intern
Manzuma & Co.
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 5 months)
Drafted legal documents and formal correspondence under senior counsel supervision while supporting file management and client interviews. Assisted with evidence documentation across civil and criminal matters with a focus on accuracy and organization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Ilorin
Master of Laws (LL.M.), Law
2021 - 2024
Earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) at the University of Ilorin between 2021 and 2024.
University of Ilorin
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Law
2013 - 2018
Earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) at the University of Ilorin between 2013 and 2018.
SheCodes Foundation
Introduction to Coding, Coding
2022 -
Completed an Introduction to Coding program in 2022 through SheCodes Foundation.
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