Jemimah Wafula
Legal & Compliance Officer
About
Jemimah Wafula is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in Kenyan law, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance. She possesses a strong ability to conduct thorough regulatory evaluations and compliance assessments, ensuring organizational integrity through accurate and comprehensive analyses. Her expertise lies in risk management and policy interpretation, enabling her to effectively identify and mitigate compliance gaps. She seeks opportunities to leverage her analytical thinking and problem-solving skills within a dynamic legal environment.
Experience
Legal & Compliance Officer
04/2023 – PresentCROWN CREDIT & CAPITAL LIMITED · Kitengela
- Ensured compliance with lending laws, consumer protection, AML/CFT/CPF, and internal policies.
- Created, updated, and enforced internal compliance policies and procedures.
- Conducted risk assessments, identified compliance gaps, and implemented mitigation strategies.
Advocate
04/2021 – 12/2022KOKONYA & COMPANY ADVOCATES · Kitengela, Kajiado, Kenya
- Drafted clear and persuasive legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, motions, and contracts.
- Managed client relationships with consistent communication and proactive updates.
- Contributed insightful analysis in monthly team meetings for case review and strategy.
Associate Lawyer
11/2018 – 11/2020AKUSALA & COMPANY ADVOCATES
- Drafted legal documents such as commercial contracts and pleadings.
- Conducted extensive legal research across diverse legal areas.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex legal issues and providing exceptional service.
Pupillage
01/2017 – 06/2019YANO & CO. ADVOCATES · Kitengela
- Performed legal research, drafting, factual analysis, and legal counseling.
- Prepared comprehensive legal opinions for clients and firm.
Legal Associate
01/2018 – 12/2019AKUSALA & COMPANY ADVOCATES
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Provided pro bono services to underserved communities.
- Initiated innovative solutions to resolve disputes outside of court.
Skills
Professional Skills
Legal & Compliance Expertise
Languages
Education & Certifications
Post-graduate Diploma in Advocates' training
Kenya School of Law · 2021
Diploma in PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Kenya Institute Of Management
LLB in Law
Moi University · 2015
KCSE
Lugulu Girl’s High School · 2010
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