Sheila Hove
@sheilahove
Legal Counsel focused on risk-aware commercial contracting, drafting, and negotiation that keeps deals moving.
What I'm looking for
I’m a legal professional with over five (5) years of combined experience in legal practice and senior-level contract management, combining clear legal judgment with fast, accurate turnaround. I specialize in drafting, reviewing, redlining, and negotiating complex agreements while aligning legal and business priorities through practical risk assessment and mitigation.
In my current role, I manage end-to-end commercial contracting across MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, licensing, procurement, and partnership agreements, supported by standardized templates and checklists to deliver streamlined workflows. I’m also a Certified AML specialist (ACAMS), integrating AML and compliance insights into commercial decision-making, and I’ve previously served as an Associate Attorney handling court appearances, pleadings, legal research, and litigation support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Contract Specialist
Factor Law
Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Manages end-to-end commercial contracting including MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, licensing, procurement, and partnership agreements. Handles drafting, review, redlining, negotiation, and legal/AML-based risk assessments for new markets, products, and partnerships.
Art Associate Attorney
MawereSibanda Commercial Lawyers
Jan 2019 - Aug 2021 (2 years 7 months)
Provided legal services to local and international clients, including court appearances and drafting pleadings and legal documents. Conducted legal research, assessed risks, supported litigation and negotiations, and helped develop case strategies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Uniwersytet Marii Curie-Sklodowskiej
Master of Arts (MA), International Relations
2021 - 2023
Completed a Master of Arts (MA) in International Relations at Uniwersytet Marii Curie-Sklodowskiej from 2021 to 2023.
Midlands State University
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (LLB), Law
2014 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (LLB) at Midlands State University from 2014 to 2018.
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