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YAW OWUSU KESSIE

BDE #127, Beach Drive Estate, Accra

Summary

Seeking a challenging role in a dynamic institution where I can apply my strong analytical skills, dedication and teamwork to contribute to the achievement of organizational goals. As a Lawyer, I aim to enhance my skills and knowledge while delivering exceptional legal services.

Am ambitious and adept at picking up new skills quickly and helping the team succeed with a disciplined approach and hardworking nature. Familiar with and standards and adept at completing tasks on time and successfully tackling challenges. Bringing several years' experience in the field and looking for a new role with room for advancement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Associate

Sedi Legal Bureau
Accra
07.2022 - Current
  • Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on a range of legal matters
  • Draft, review and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents
  • Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitrations and mediations
  • Conduct legal research to ensure compliance with laws and regulations
  • Analyze legal risks and provide risk mitigation strategies
  • Liaise with clients, courts, and regulatory bodies to resolve disputes
  • Prepare and file court documents, including pleadings, motions and appeals
  • Advocate on behalf of clients in litigation and alternative dispute resolution processes
  • Collaborate with senior associates in mentoring legal interns and contributing to their professional development

Legal Internship

Atuguba and Associates
Accra
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Conducted legal research and write memoranda
  • Drafted, reviewed and revised a wide range of legal documents for supervisor
  • Conducted legal research regarding various areas of the law
  • Attended and performed client intake and client interviews

Products and Innovations Officer

Tekhype Limited (Vokacom Softworks)
Accra
10.2016 - 02.2020
  • Identifying product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities and competitors
  • Researching and recommendation of new opportunities; recommendation of profit and service improvements
  • Creation and development of content on current and new services
  • Proof reading content before it is sent out to subscribers
  • Analyzing revenue returns on running services and finding ways of improving performance
  • Member of the APP Development Team of Asaase GPS and Ghana Post GPS
  • Member of the Health Committee that provided a forum for management and workers to identify and resolve health and safety issues

Legal Internship

Judicial Service of Ghana (Madina District Court)
Accra
07.2019 - 09.2019
  • Legal research and write memoranda
  • Attend trials and hearings
  • Summarize cases
  • Assist with administrative work

Administrative Assistant

Global Genius Ghana Limited
Accra
07.2014 - 10.2014
  • Personal Assistant to the Marketing Manager
  • General Administrative Duties

National Service

Energy Bank Ghana Limited
09.2012 - 07.2013
  • In charge of Branch Private Banking
  • Source for clients and help address their complaints
  • Compile Assets and Liability figures for Relationship Managers
  • Helping Customer Service Officer open account with the use of FLEXCUBE software
  • Management of Accounts using BUSINESS OBJECT Software
  • Assisting clients fill banks form (Transfer request and fixed deposit) for processing
  • Counting of Bulk Cash in the Bulk Cash Room
  • Assisting Cash Officer to scan checks
  • Use of Microsoft Office Tools to make Weekly and Monthly Reports to supervisors

Internship

Energy Bank Ghana Limited
06.2012 - 09.2012
  • Source for clients and help address their complaints
  • Compile Assets and Liability figures for Relationship Managers
  • Helping Customer Service Officer open account with the use of FLEXCUBE software
  • Assisting clients fill Bank form (Transfer request and fixed deposit) for processing

Assistant Project Manager in charge of Information Communication Technology (Volunteers Platform)

06.2011 - 05.2012
  • Member of Volunteers Platform to help develop deprived communities through volunteering
  • Served as a Volunteer in the capacity of Information Communication Technology Teacher for Dornormadi L/A School with a population of about 300 students
  • Assisted to organize life skills workshops and recreational activities to address the social, psychosocial and emotional and health needs of the indigenes and vulnerable children under the Programme

Interim Sales Manager

Akua Konadu Guest House
06.2010 - 08.2010
  • General administrative duties and management of office petty cash and impress

Education

Master of Laws - Energy Law And Policy

University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
01.2024

New Professional Law Course -

Ghana School of Law
Accra, Ghana
06.2022

Bachelor of Laws -

Mountcrest University College
Accra, Ghana
06.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
05.2012

Diploma in Human Resource Management, Diploma in Marketing -

The Institute of Commercial Management
Hampshire, United Kingdom
03.2012

Skills

  • Commitment to Ethical Standards
  • Effective communication
  • Innovative Thinking
  • Strategic and effective leadership
  • Collaborative Team Member
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Organization skills
  • Responsive Change Management
  • Digital Proficiency
  • Legal research

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 09/08/88
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Ghanaian

Languages

English
First Language
French
Beginner
A1
Asante Twi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Affiliations

  • Volunteering: Member of the Volunteers Platform, contributing to community development projects in deprived communities.
  • Travel Enthusiast: Exploring diverse destinations and cultures to broaden global perspectives.
  • Music: Skilled in playing the organ and keyboard.
  • Sports: Enjoys driving and participating in outdoor recreational activities.

Accomplishments

  • Successfully exceeded case resolution targets in my current role, achieving a 80% client satisfaction rate.

Certification

  • Licensed by the General Legal Council: Practicing Lawyer.
  • Specialized Course in International Criminal Law and Justice: African Centre of International Criminal Justice.
  • Specialized Course in Legal Ethics: African Centre on Law and Ethics.
  • Advanced Legal Writing and Research: University of Ghana.
  • English Skill Enhancement Workshop: University of Ghana.
  • CCTV Camera Installation, Automated Gate and Electric Fencing Training: CSIR-IIR.
  • Certificate in Computers, Certificate in Windows, Certificate in Internet: University of Ghana.
  • Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS): University of Ghana.
  • Networking Plus: IPMC College of Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Junior Associate

Sedi Legal Bureau
07.2022 - Current

Legal Internship

Atuguba and Associates
11.2020 - 02.2021

Legal Internship

Judicial Service of Ghana (Madina District Court)
07.2019 - 09.2019

Products and Innovations Officer

Tekhype Limited (Vokacom Softworks)
10.2016 - 02.2020

Administrative Assistant

Global Genius Ghana Limited
07.2014 - 10.2014

National Service

Energy Bank Ghana Limited
09.2012 - 07.2013

Internship

Energy Bank Ghana Limited
06.2012 - 09.2012

Assistant Project Manager in charge of Information Communication Technology (Volunteers Platform)

06.2011 - 05.2012

Interim Sales Manager

Akua Konadu Guest House
06.2010 - 08.2010

Master of Laws - Energy Law And Policy

University of Ghana

New Professional Law Course -

Ghana School of Law

Bachelor of Laws -

Mountcrest University College

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Ghana

Diploma in Human Resource Management, Diploma in Marketing -

The Institute of Commercial Management

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