Michael Olawoyin
Darmstadt
Summary
Experienced in the legal field, specializing in the intricate realm of blockchain technology and regulatory compliance. Merging profound legal insights with technical expertise to craft robust strategies that effectively mitigate risk and bolster compliance within financial technology and cryptocurrency domains.
Keen eye for detail and comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving legal landscape, dedicated to ensuring seamless integration of innovative technologies while upholding the highest standards of legal compliance.
A Legal professional equipped with extensive expertise in legal consulting, offering deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and contractual obligations. Proven ability to navigate complex legal landscapes, delivering strategic advice to drive compliance and mitigate risks. Collaborative team player focused on achieving results and adapting to changing legal requirements, while showcasing strong analytical and communication skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Consultant
KANZLEI OLAWOYIN
01.2021 - Current
- Bridging the gap between Blockchain technology and the legal field
- Ensure compliance, and address legal challenges arising from Blockchain adoption
- Contribute to the development of Blockchain-based legal systems
- Interpret smart contracts, analyze regulatory implications, and provide legal advice on Blockchain-related matters which include Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs), cryptocurrencies
- Implementing Blockchain applications that meet the required business and technical specifications
- Designing Blockchain applications that follow open standards and best practices for architecture design, performance, reliability, and security
- Evaluating and approving Blockchain initiatives at their organizations
- Designing, deploying, and maintaining the cloud infrastructure that powers the Blockchain applications
- Assist with litigation, fraud, and commercial agreements for businesses in the Blockchain industry
- Advised corporate clients on compliance with regulatory frameworks and laws such as Mica, Dora(etc.)
- Developed legal strategies to resolve disputes and mitigate potential liabilities
- Drafted and reviewed contracts to ensure legal protection and minimize risks
- Provided training sessions on legal best practices for business operations and staff.
- Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address compliance concerns, fostering a culture of shared responsibility.
- Enhanced regulatory compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
- Evaluated new regulations for potential impact on business operations, taking proactive measures to ensure readiness for implementation.
- Demonstrated adaptability in response to evolving industry standards, maintaining best practices in a dynamic regulatory environment.
- Spearheaded investigations into potential violations, promptly addressing issues to maintain company reputation and avoid sanctions.
- Provided expert guidance on complex regulatory matters, enabling informed decision-making within the organization.
- Mitigated legal risks by proactively identifying gaps in existing policies and recommending improvements.
- Leveraged technology solutions for efficient tracking and reporting of compliance-related activities and metrics.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to increase employee awareness of compliance requirements and expectations.
- Advised senior management on strategic planning initiatives, incorporating compliance considerations into decision-making processes.
- Designed risk assessment frameworks to evaluate organizational vulnerabilities and prioritize areas requiring attention.
- Ensured timely identification of potential issues by establishing robust monitoring systems and controls.
- Reduced legal risks, conducting regular compliance audits and ensuring all departments adhered to laws and regulations.
- Supported business expansion efforts by ensuring new initiatives were fully compliant with existing and emerging regulations.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for identifying potential compliance vulnerabilities and formulated mitigation strategies.
- Strengthened company reputation with development and implementation of effective compliance training program for all employees.
- Reduced incident rates by implementing robust compliance monitoring and enforcement mechanism.
- Ensured continuous improvement in compliance practices by setting up feedback loop with key stakeholders.
- Enhanced public trust, ensuring transparent and ethical business practices were maintained across all operations.
- Enhanced regulatory compliance by auditing and revising company policies and procedures.
- Boosted staff compliance awareness with creation and delivery of engaging training sessions.
- Coordinated with external regulators to clarify compliance expectations and ensure company practices were fully aligned.
- Enhanced decision-making, providing senior management with detailed compliance risk assessments and recommendations.
- Facilitated communication between departments, ensuring timely updates on compliance changes and their impact on operations.
- Developed a comprehensive compliance manual, significantly improving staff understanding of regulatory requirements.
- Oversaw implementation of compliance software solution, enhancing tracking and reporting of compliance data.
- Conducted periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Created and maintained compliant work environment.
- Developed and implemented corrective action plans for non-compliance issues.
- Collected detailed notes on investigations and other communication to adhere to legal requirements and enhance record keeping.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed risk assessment models to identify potential compliance risks.
- Identified gaps in existing compliance processes and recommended updates.
- Advised clients on compliance fraud and investigations, as well as potential remedies and required actions.
- Assisted with development of compliance objectives and strategies.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining high-quality work standards under tight deadlines.
Chief Compliance Officer
Maloka Labs
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Provide all regulatory and legal matters pertaining to the Startup's development and launch of a collection of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)
- Play a major role in the creation and auditing of the smart contracts associated with NFTs and identification of any potential legal and/or compliance issues and the avoidance of any such issues wherever reasonably possible during the development and deployment of NFTs and AI-powered utilities
- Assist in positioning the Startup at the forefront of the Web3/Blockchain space in regard to its compliance with all statutory requirements and best practices during the development and deployment of NFTs and AI-powered utilities
- Conducted regular risk assessments and audits to ensure regulatory adherence
- Prepared detailed compliance reports for executive leadership and regulatory bodies
- Oversaw investigations of compliance violations and recommended corrective actions
- Implemented robust monitoring systems to identify areas of concern and ensure timely resolution of identified issues.
- Enhanced regulatory compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
- Improved cross-functional collaboration with key stakeholders, fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
- Implemented a culture of continuous improvement within the compliance department by regularly reviewing processes, policies, and systems for potential enhancements.
- Advised senior leadership on strategic initiatives from a compliance perspective, ensuring alignment with organizational values and objectives.
- Provided expert guidance on complex compliance issues, enabling informed decision-making at the executive level.
- Leveraged data analytics tools for improved trend identification and risk assessment capabilities within the compliance program.
- Evaluated emerging risks in the industry to proactively address potential challenges and maintain business continuity.
- Streamlined internal processes for increased efficiency in risk management and regulatory reporting.
- Ensured timely completion of all regulatory filings, maintaining a strong reputation with governing bodies.
- Developed customized training programs to educate employees on essential compliance topics, promoting ethical behavior across the organization.
- Consistently updated knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, standards to ensure continuous alignment with current guidelines.
- Established effective communication channels between functional departments to facilitate information sharing related to regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
Barrister & Solicitor
OCTAGON LEGAL & CONSULTANCY SERVICES
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Successfully represented clients in high-stakes civil litigation and criminal cases.
- Drafted legal documents, including contracts, wills, and court pleadings.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case strategies and client advice.
- Negotiated favorable settlements for clients in complex commercial disputes.
- Advised clients on regulatory compliance and risk management strategies.
Managing Partner / Fraud Analyst
ZIPHER CONSULTING LTD
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Assist clients in investigative accounting by reviewing factual situation and provision and finally suggesting possible courses of action
- Assisting clients with the protection and recovery of assets, including co-ordination of other experts including security agents, forensic document examiners
- Assistance with the recovery of assets by way of civil action or criminal prosecution
- Detected fraudulent activities by conducting thorough investigations and analyzing transactional data.
- Participated in industry conferences and networking events, staying informed on emerging trends and forging connections with fellow professionals in the field.
- Assisted in the development of internal controls, enhancing overall security measures against various types of fraud schemes.
- Improved efficiency of risk assessment processes, streamlining operations and reducing false positives.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies when appropriate during investigations, helping to ensure the pursuit and apprehension of criminal actors.
- Enhanced risk management strategies for increased company security and reduced financial losses.
- Provided training to staff on emerging fraud trends, ensuring a proactive approach to risk management across the organization.
- Implemented process improvements that resulted in cost savings while maintaining strong anti-fraud measures throughout the organization.
- Served as a subject-matter expert on regulatory compliance requirements pertaining to fraud and risk management initiatives.
- Reduced fraud instances by implementing advanced data analysis techniques and monitoring patterns.
- Established trusting relationships with stakeholders through transparent communication and diligent investigation efforts, fostering collaboration within the organization.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, incorporating relevant information into existing procedures as needed.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive fraud prevention plans.
- Performed risk assessments to determine level of fraud risk and prioritize investigations.
- Evaluated customer data to identify and prevent fraudulent activities.
- Tracked fraud cases and monitored trends to develop strategies for prevention.
- Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
- Reviewed reports and individual transactions which appeared suspicious to uncover possible fraudulent activity.
- Produced detailed reports of fraud investigations and presented findings to senior management.
- Reviewed transactions and receipts to identify any suspicious activity.
- Collaborated with team members to discuss fraud trends and brainstorm methods to combat this type of crime.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify discrepancies, irregularities and fraudulent activity.
- Summarized all key information regarding investigation into a detailed report for delivery to client.
- Conducted research and interviews with relevant stakeholders to gather evidence and build case files.
Fraud Investigator / Snr. Consultant
FIRST STEP ACCOUNTING & FRAUD SOLUTIONS LTD
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Maintain knowledge of current events and trends in such areas as money laundering, and criminal tools and techniques
- Prepared evidence for presentation in court, prepared written reports of investigative findings
- Review reports of suspected fraud to determine needs for further investigation
- Conducted thorough investigations on fraudulent transaction cases
- Developed risk assessment frameworks to mitigate potential fraud risks
- Trained team members on best practices for detecting fraudulent activities
- Collaborated with law enforcement on high-profile fraud investigations
- Analyzed data trends to identify and prevent emerging fraud schemes
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting both company reputation and client privacy.
- Provided exceptional customer service to clients affected by fraudulent activities, addressing their concerns while maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Conducted prompt and thorough investigations on referred files.
- Identified potential risks by conducting thorough investigations and analyzing transaction patterns.
- Reduced fraudulent activity by implementing effective fraud detection strategies and tools.
- Kept current with industry best practices and attended professional development events to maintain expertise in fraud investigation techniques.
- Played a key role in the design and implementation of employee awareness campaigns, raising company-wide understanding of the importance of fraud prevention.
- Contributed to risk assessment efforts by identifying vulnerabilities within existing systems that could be exploited by criminals perpetrating fraud schemes.
- Streamlined investigation processes by developing efficient case management techniques, reducing time spent on each case without sacrificing accuracy or effectiveness.
- Monitored account activity in real-time for early detection and swift resolution of potential issues before they escalated into significant losses for the organization.
- Interviewed witnesses thoroughly, asking appropriate questions to ascertain critical details about each case.
- Summarized all key information regarding investigation into a detailed report for delivery to client.
- Served as a mentor to junior investigators, sharing knowledge and expertise while fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Reviewed reports and individual transactions which appeared suspicious to uncover possible fraudulent activity.
- Produced detailed reports of fraud investigations and presented findings to senior management.
- Evaluated customer data to identify and prevent fraudulent activities.
- Performed risk assessments to determine level of fraud risk and prioritize investigations.
- Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
- Designed tailored training programs for employees at various levels within the organization, boosting overall skill sets.
- Conducted risk assessments for business processes, recommending measures to mitigate potential impacts.
Compliance Adviser
EAGLE METAMORPHOSIS CONSULTANCY LIMITED
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Developed compliance programs to mitigate regulatory risks effectively
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to compliance policies and regulations
- Provided training sessions to staff on compliance standards and best practices
- Reviewed and updated compliance policies to reflect changes in legislation accurately
- Collaborated with departments to ensure comprehensive compliance with regulatory requirements
- Served as a point of contact for employees seeking guidance on compliance matters, instilling confidence in the organization's commitment to regulatory adherence.
- Reduced instances of non-compliance through meticulous monitoring of internal controls and periodic audits.
- Streamlined regulatory processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors, leading to better overall compliance.
- Evaluated existing policies regularly, identifying areas for improvement and recommending revisions as needed.
- Provided expert guidance to colleagues on matters related to regulatory compliance, solidifying company-wide understanding of requirements.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance and recommended corrective actions.
- Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.
- Worked closely with legal counsel to address any instances of non-compliance or potential violations promptly.
- Enhanced company compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
- Stayed current on industry regulations by attending seminars, workshops, and other professional development opportunities.
- Helped create training programs to handle system-wide issues and maintain compliance.
- Assisted investigation and risk management teams with fraud investigations and risk identification.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Collected detailed notes on investigations and other communication to adhere to legal requirements and enhance record keeping.
- Completed field checks to verify licenses and permits for various business.
- Took notes on field examinations and specific case details, updated databases and produced reports outlining results of investigations.
- Advised clients on compliance fraud and investigations, as well as potential remedies and required actions.
- Developed risk assessment models to identify potential compliance risks.
Education
Barrister/Solicitor -
Nigerian Law School
Nigeria01.2016
MSc - Forensic Accounting
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield, UK01.2013
LLM - Public International Law
University of Leeds
Leeds, UK01.2012
LLB -
Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds, UK01.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Gargoyle Investigator
- EVM
- Metadata
- Solidity
- E- discovery
- Tracing of Asset
- Legal analysis
- Contract drafting
- Alternative dispute resolution
- Legal research
- Legal advisory
- Legal writing
- Anti-money laundering
- Compliance monitoring
- Regulatory expertise
- Risk management
- Compliance reviews
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Executive leadership
- Task prioritization
- Analytical thinking
Certification
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- Certified Smart Contracts Auditor (CSCA)
- Certified Blockchain & Law Professionals (CBLP)
- Designing Blockchain Solutions using Amazon Managed Blockchain (AWS)
- Creating Blockchain Social Finance Reputation and Liquidity (Udemy)
- Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible (AWS)
- Planning a Generative AI Project (AWS)
Languages
German
English
Timeline
Chief Compliance Officer
Maloka Labs
07.2024 - 12.2024
Legal Consultant
KANZLEI OLAWOYIN
01.2021 - Current
Barrister & Solicitor
OCTAGON LEGAL & CONSULTANCY SERVICES
01.2016 - 01.2021
Managing Partner / Fraud Analyst
ZIPHER CONSULTING LTD
01.2014 - 01.2016
Fraud Investigator / Snr. Consultant
FIRST STEP ACCOUNTING & FRAUD SOLUTIONS LTD
01.2012 - 01.2014
Compliance Adviser
EAGLE METAMORPHOSIS CONSULTANCY LIMITED
01.2010 - 01.2012
MSc - Forensic Accounting
Sheffield Hallam University
LLM - Public International Law
University of Leeds
LLB -
Leeds Metropolitan University
Barrister/Solicitor -
Nigerian Law School
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