Executive-level corporate/ commercial in-house lawyer with experience across a broad range of industries; mainly FMCG/CPG but also Shared Services, Big Pharma, Technology, Telecom, Construction, Procurement, and Market Intelligence.

I have a solid grasp of the strategic, technical, and operational aspects of how organizations operate and am accustomed to extremely fast-paced, fast-evolving environments.

I am a business-focused senior advisor for CEOs, MDs, and GMs, providing counsel, guidance, management of all legal matters relating to all functions of a business.

As an in-house lawyer, I counsel/ advise/ negotiate/ draft and implement all legal services related to the corporate/commercial aspects of a business, such as in manufacturing, distribution, supply and delivery, sales, procurement, supply chain, joint ventures, acquisitions, business performance, licensing, due diligence, risk assessment, franchising, technology services, commercial trade laws, OFAC Licensing, ITC Compliance, data privacy, regulatory matters, marketing and advertising laws, events, sponsorship, HR and employment, trademarks and IP rights, amongst other things.

I have a strong multi-faceted skill set including;

- Leading and managing mixed legal teams consisting of in-house and outside counsel.

- Leading negotiations, drafting contracts, legal and strategic analysis and advice;

- Drafting and presenting legal and business proposals, initiatives and presentations to management/boards;

- Excellent communication skills and ability to present outputs, provide guidance and counsel to stakeholders at all levels of the corporate food chain from management, upper management, executives, dignitaries and high-level government personnel.