
Yeni Ogunnaike
Strategic Business Leader, Genderlens & ESG
Salary / Daily rate
Paris, France
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Can come onsite
Skills
About me
Intro
A strategic business development and partnerships professional with a corporate law background and a passion for innovation in Africa’s emerging markets. With 6+ years in legal advisory, investment facilitation, digital transformation, and policy-driven growth, I’ve led cross-border partnerships and structured deals over $20M, contributing to regional transactions exceeding $10B.
Work experience
Business Development Manager
Olajide Oyewole LLP (A member of DLA Piper Africa)
Aug 2022 - Dec 2023
1 year 5 months
Lagos, Nigeria
As a Business Development Manager in the Africa-wide team, I led strategic growth initiatives for Practice Groups and lawyers, enhancing market visibility and revenue. My contributions elevated the firm's position through strategic planning, data insights, and effective collaboration. Proud of fostering growth, I'm committed to driving impactful business development.
TNP
Aug 2020 - Aug 2022
2 years 1 month
Lagos, Nigeria
Legal Associate
Jun 2021 - Aug 2022
1 year 3 months
Lagos, Nigeria
Driving Success Through Strategic Legal Counsel and Transactional Expertise Experienced legal professional contributing to transformative transactions and strategic growth.
Business Development Executive
Aug 2020 - Aug 2022
2 years 1 month
Lagos, Nigeria
Strategic Business Development Leader specializing in legal ecosystem growth and brand enhancement:
Senior Editor
LawyardNG
Feb 2020 - May 2021
1 year 4 months
Lagos, Nigeria
Education
HEC Paris
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2024 - Present
2 years 10 months
Nigerian Law School
BL
2017 - 2018
2 years
University of Lagos
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law
2011 - 2016
6 years
Licenses & certifications
Foundations of Project Management
Issued: Feb 2025
The Blue Connection
Issued: Nov 2024