Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Hobbies and Interests
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Maaziezilia Ayele Okine

Adenta

Summary

I am a purpose-led professional who believes in making a meaningful difference wherever I find myself. I am deeply motivated by the need to contribute to change that matters not just in theory, but in practice. With a naturally driven mindset, I embrace learning and constantly seek to grow, staying ahead in an ever-evolving and fast-paced world. I easily adapt to the world around me because I understand that progress demands flexibility. I thrive in collaborative environments, aligning quickly with the vision and mission of any organisation I am part of. Above all, I bring a strong sense of responsibility, a commitment to excellence, and a growth mindset that drives me to keep improving both for myself and the teams I serve.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Experienced with creating and implementing strategic communication plans. Utilizes media relations and content creation to drive brand awareness and engagement. Track record of effective crisis communication and stakeholder management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal and Communications Manager

PMO Ghana Limited
02.2020 - Current
  • Company Overview: Specialist firm handling insolvency, receivership, and restructuring matters across Ghana’s corporate landscape, including cross-border engagements as they arise.
  • Providing legal and strategic support on receiverships, liquidations and corporate restructuring and turnaround engagements.
  • Drafting and reviewing legal agreements, liquidation reports, regulatory submissions, and legal opinions.
  • Liaising with external counsel, consultants, and regulatory bodies (including Bank of Ghana, Office of the Registrar of Companies, Lands Commission, Collateral Registry, Securities and Exchange Commission).
  • Contributing to financial decision-making across creditor negotiations, asset sales, and interim distributions.
  • Representing distressed entity in court proceedings as part of the Legal Department’s routine tasks

Pupil

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration
12.2018 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: The government ministry responsible for managing Ghana’s external relations and diplomatic engagements with the international community.
  • Reviewing bilateral and multilateral agreements, treaties, and memoranda for compliance with Ghanaian and international law.
  • Drafting legal documents, official correspondence, and internal memos for the Ministry.
  • Researching and preparing legal opinions on matters relating to diplomatic immunity, international law, and inter-agency coordination.
  • Preparing minutes, legal briefs, and internal reports for high-level meetings and inter-ministerial consultations.
  • Vetting diplomatic and service passport applications to ensure eligibility and legal compliance.
  • Representing the Ministry in court proceedings as part of the Legal Directorate’s litigation team.

Intern

Matthews Law Consult
04.2018 - 09.2018
  • Reviewing case files and legal documents
  • Drafting legal documents and letters
  • Filing legal documents with the courts and other government institutions and agencies
  • Filling statutory documents

Intern

Oxford and Beaumont Solicitors (Now ENS Ghana)
07.2016 - 08.2016
  • Researching legal questions and principles
  • Drafting memos and letters to be transmitted to clients
  • Filing statutory documents

Teaching Assistant (National Service)

University of Ghana
09.2013 - 07.2014
  • Teaching students at tutorials
  • Assisting in research work
  • Writing reports and marking scripts

Education

Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana
06.2025

Foundation Certificate - International Insolvency Law

INSOL International
06.2025

Master of Science (MSc.) - Accounting and Finance

University of Ghana
08.2023

Barrister-at-Law Certificate (BL) - undefined

Ghana School of Law
10.2018

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - undefined

University of Ghana Law School
05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

University of Ghana
05.2013

West African Senior Secondary Certificate - undefined

St. Mary’s Senior High School
05.2008

Skills

  • Work based skills
  • Information management
  • AI prompt optimization
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications
  • Communication skills
  • Customer-focused approach
  • Effective team management
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Effective communicator
  • Collaborative team member

Certification

Ghana Association of Restructuring and Insolvency (GARIA) (Member) June 2021

References

Nii Amanor, Dodoo, Chief Executive Officer, 0244355777, PMO Ghana Limited

Hobbies and Interests

Reading, Keeping up with current global political events and trends, Playing tennis

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE / ACHIEVEMENTS / AWARD / EXTRACURRICULAR / TRAINING

Participant, African Centre of International Criminal Justice Training Programme Rapporteur, Africa Group Deep Seabed Mining Policy Workshop Programme Member of the Editorial Board of the University of Ghana Law Students’ Union Best Student Award for West African Secondary School Certificate Examinations for St Mary’s Senior High School Member of the Atomic Tennis Club Excellence Leadership Awards Group (EXLA) The Marathon III Training Programme

Publications

Amoako Freda and Okine Maaziezilia A. “Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Judicial Dilemma of Applying Section 13 of the Sale of Goods Act, 1962 (Act 137) to Second Hand Goods” University of Ghana Law Students’ Journal Volume VIII, (2016): 177-193.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner (A1)

Interests

  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Music
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Fashion

Timeline

Legal and Communications Manager

PMO Ghana Limited
02.2020 - Current

Pupil

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration
12.2018 - 01.2020

Intern

Matthews Law Consult
04.2018 - 09.2018

Intern

Oxford and Beaumont Solicitors (Now ENS Ghana)
07.2016 - 08.2016

Teaching Assistant (National Service)

University of Ghana
09.2013 - 07.2014

Master of Science (MSc.) - Accounting and Finance

University of Ghana

Barrister-at-Law Certificate (BL) - undefined

Ghana School of Law

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - undefined

University of Ghana Law School

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

University of Ghana

West African Senior Secondary Certificate - undefined

St. Mary’s Senior High School

Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana

Foundation Certificate - International Insolvency Law

INSOL International
Maaziezilia Ayele Okine