Funso Bakare
Berlin
Summary
Dynamic and highly organized Legal Counsel with over 5 years of diverse experience in providing strategic legal advice within fast-paced, international corporate environments. Skilled in managing complex legal matters across commercial, procurement, and construction sectors. Proactive and entrepreneurial, with a proven track record of successfully drafting, negotiating, and enforcing high-value contracts. Demonstrates impeccable integrity, strong analytical skills, and the ability to deliver pragmatic legal solutions under tight deadlines. Seeking to leverage expertise and collaborative mindset to support organization's innovative projects.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Access Control Specialist
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
06.2022 - Current
- Supporting the manager and Supervisor in monitoring and tracking compliance with Access Control Global Policy, Procedures and Guidelines.
- Supporting the manager and the team in implementing a new Standard of Procedure on Access Control emergency support for emergency response Team Onsite.
- Managing and processing all Access requests to the company's physical facilities using modern technologies such as Sail Point Software, Gallagher software, and Work Bench Software.
- Helping the team to develop, review and update Global Access Control Policies, Procedures with insightful recommendations to address complex operational and strategic problems.
- Providing exceptional customer service to contractors and all 3rd party vendors in relation to access issues in accordance with Service Level Agreement (SLA) guidelines.
- Assisting my team in troubleshooting software related issues including software configuration and other technical issues.
Regional Security (Intern)
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted my manager in conducting incident and event investigation, conducting risk analysis. and create a report thereafter.
- Assisted in performing Risk Assessment and analysis on the use of smart water substances which drastically reduced theft of valuable assets on site.
- Supported in security and safety awareness program during and after onboarding new recruits on site. Supported the team in researching topics on security and health safety in an automotive environment.
- Supported the physical security team in procurement of security of equipment using the internal procurement tool (Warp). Successfully supported in finding and onboarding new security vendors for the supply of security equipment.
- I helped my manager in analyzing large data obtained from Security Operation Center in order to prioritize response to incidents and events.
Operational Security (Working Student)
Tier Operations
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures.
- Monitored and Identified workforce safety violations and also enforced accident prevention and loss control systems.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with
established safety standards.
In-house Legal Counsel
Pazino Engineering and Construction Company
12.2017 - 12.2021
- Provided comprehensive legal support to commercial and procurement teams, including drafting and negotiating contracts related to construction, equipment procurement, logistics, and real estate transactions.
- Lead execution and enforcement of contracts, including contract of sale agreement, Service Level Agreement, Joint Ventures Agreement, issuing default notices, and represented the company during sitting for alternative dispute resolutions.
- Advised senior management and department leads on strategic legal matters involving land acquisition, engineering, and construction projects.
- Collaborated on regional team by providing legal guidance for infrastructure and construction equipment agreements in line with corporate goals.
- Spearheaded special projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while delivering practical legal solutions.
- Mentored junior legal staff and Interns by driving continuous improvement initiatives within the legal department.
Legal Associate
Afe Babalola Chambers
01.2014 - 11.2017
- Drafted persuasive briefs and motions that resulted in positive rulings for clients at both trial court levels.
- Managed complex litigation matters, coordinating with multiple parties to achieve favorable results.
- Provided legal representation and advice to corporate clients in commercial litigation and contract disputes.
- Drafted and reviewed various legal documents, including NDAs, supply contracts, and service agreements.
- ·Assisted the firm’s financial clients (United Bank of Africa, Keystone Bank) in managing and mitigating contractual risks, leading to a 30% reduction in potential legal disputes.
Education
Master of Arts - International Security Management
Berlin School of Economics And Law
Germany03.2024
MBA - Master in Business Law
Technical University Berlin
Germany12.2020
Barrister At Law (BL) - Law
Council of Legal Education (Nigerian Law School)
Nigeria11.2014
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
Ekiti State University
Nigeria07.2013
Skills
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- Strategic Legal Advisory
- Commercial Transactions
- Dispute Resolution & Claims Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- European Law
- Security Incident Management
Accomplishments
Supported internal and external stakeholders in resolving all access related requests, queries and complaint and received special recognition for professional handling of tasks.
Supported the access control team and security operations during Tesla's power outage incident by volunteering to work on site to provide access to external stakeholders including police authority.
As legal Associate, i represented my law firm in various state high courts for legal representation of clients in commercial disputes. I successfully obtained 5 favourable court rulings.
Affiliations
- Nigerian Bar Association
- ISC2
Certification
CIPP
Certified in Cybersecurity
Legal Compliance
Languages
English
Native language
German
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Regional Security (Intern)
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
12.2022 - 05.2023
Access Control Specialist
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
06.2022 - Current
Operational Security (Working Student)
Tier Operations
02.2022 - 11.2022
In-house Legal Counsel
Pazino Engineering and Construction Company
12.2017 - 12.2021
Legal Associate
Afe Babalola Chambers
01.2014 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - International Security Management
Berlin School of Economics And Law
MBA - Master in Business Law
Technical University Berlin
Barrister At Law (BL) - Law
Council of Legal Education (Nigerian Law School)
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
Ekiti State University
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