Jocelino Malulo
Corporate Lawyer
Luanda,Luanda
Summary
Accuracy-driven Legal and Compliance Officer focused on evaluating and optimizing company policies and procedures across board. Disciplined and forward-thinking with results-oriented approach. Offering more than 10 years of Legal field experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AML/KYC Senior Officer
Angolan Bar Association
Luanda
01.2021 - Current
- Provided guidance on KYC regulatory issues to internal stakeholders.
- Monitored changes in local laws and international regulations related to KYC processes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices regarding KYC processes.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for effective KYC operations.
- Represented the Designated Non-Financial Business and Professions, legal professions sector, on the 44th, 45th and 46th ESAAMLG Senior Officials Meeting.
- Participated in Trainings, conferences and workshops promoted by Angolan FIU, UNODC, FATF, ESAAMLG on AML, KYC, RBS and related matters.
Corporate Lawyer
Legis Veritas & Associates - Law Firm, LL
Luanda
08.2017 - Current
- Conducted legal research and drafted memorandums of law on various corporate matters.
- Provided counsel to clients on a variety of corporate issues, including mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiations and compliance with applicable laws.
- Advised clients in the formation of business entities such as corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies.
- Drafted contracts, agreements, leases and other documents related to corporate transactions.
- Negotiated terms of complex commercial transactions between parties.
- Structured financing arrangements for corporate clients seeking capital investments or debt refinancing.
- Assisted with the development of new products by providing advice on copyright protection, trademark registration, patent filings and licensing agreements.
- Reviewed public filings made with the Securities Exchange Commission.
- Defended clients against claims brought by shareholders or creditors in litigation proceedings before courts or arbitration tribunals.
- Developed strategies to manage risks associated with potential liabilities arising from contractual relationships.
- Counseled senior management regarding corporate governance regulations and best practices.
- Participated in due diligence reviews for proposed mergers, acquisitions or divestitures.
- Advocated for clients during negotiation sessions involving union labor contracts.
- Provided guidance to boards of directors concerning fiduciary duties owed to company stakeholders.
- Represented financial institutions in collections and foreclosure operations.
- Reviewed legal materials for compliance to correct issues.
- Drafted wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning documents.
- Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
- Prepared legal briefs and appeals and filed with state and federal courts as required.
- Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
Lecturer
Methodist University of Angola
Luanda
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
- Organized study groups and provided additional instruction outside of the classroom as needed.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, presentations, projects, or other assessments.
- Mentored graduate students with their research projects and dissertations.
- Created a positive learning environment by actively engaging with all students during class time.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Evaluated student progress, delivering feedback for individual improvement.
- Tailored lectures to meet student needs, emphasizing skills and concepts necessary for professional and academic success.
- Designed, planned and carried out lesson plans incorporating diverse learning aids and activities.
- Collaborated with fellow lecturers to design course content and teaching policies.
Head of Legal and Compliance
Organizações JAF, Global Siinergy, Ponto de Vista
Luanda
02.2013 - 11.2017
- Reviewed and evaluated legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Drafted, edited, and updated corporate policies and procedures to ensure compliance with existing laws and regulations.
- Conducted internal audits to identify potential non-compliance issues or areas of improvement in the company's operations.
- Provided guidance on regulatory requirements related to business activities.
- Developed training materials and conducted educational sessions for staff members on relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
- Assisted in preparing responses to government inquiries regarding compliance matters.
- Collaborated with external consultants to develop effective strategies for achieving compliance goals.
- Advised management on how to respond appropriately when faced with potential regulatory issues.
- Created processes for ensuring prompt resolution of identified compliance risks or deficiencies.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all legal documents associated with regulatory compliance efforts.
- Interpreted complex legislative acts, court decisions, and other legal documents as needed.
- Participated in industry forums discussing current trends in regulatory compliance best practices.
- Observed and monitored contracts with outside suppliers to deliver regulatory support.
- Development and updated Internal Regulations, Policies and information brochures.
Operations Office Manager
Faculty of Law of the Catholic University of Angola
Luanda
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Management of the Operations Office for the following courses:
- Labor Law Advanced Course;
- Advanced Programme on Tax Law;
- Advanced Programme on Forensics Law;
- Advanced Programme on Administrative Law;
- Local and International Conferences
- Organized and coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and related activities for staff members.
- Developed procedures to improve office operations efficiency and ensure accuracy of records management.
- Provided support to executive team by preparing reports, memos, letters and other documents as needed.
- Assisted in the development of operational policies and procedures to meet organizational objectives.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations within the workplace environment.
- Maintained a comprehensive filing system for all company documents and records.
- Implemented measures to protect confidential information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Implemented and maintained company protocols to facilitate smooth daily activities.
General Manager
Fight Society Angola
Luanda
04.2008 - 07.2012
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards pertaining to operations management.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
- Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
Education
M.D. - Corporate Law
Faculty of Law of The Catholic University of Angol
Luanda09.2024
Advanced Post-graduation - Corporate Finance & Corporate Governance
University of Lisbon, School of Law
Lisbon07.2021
Intensive - European And International Energy Law
University of Lisbon, School of Law
Lisbon12.2018
Intensive - International Arbitration
University of Lisbon, School of Law
Lisbon11.2018
Intensive - International Civil Aviation
University of Lisbon, Law School
Lisbon11.2018
Advanced Courses - Law
Faculty of Law of TheCatholic University of Angola
Luanda05.2016
J.D. - Law
Faculty of Law of The Catholic University of Angol
Luanda10.2015
Skills
- Easy to communicate and adapt;
- Team and Leadership spirit ( I've lead a team with more than 1000 persons);
- Sense of Liability, Organization and commitment;
- Computer Skills:
- Domain of Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Power point, Access, Outlook)
- Domain of the Internet (Blogs, websites and social networks management)
- Development of Administrative, Financial and HR Tools
- Working with ERPs and other management softwares
- Due Diligence
- Data Interpretation
- Risk Assessments
Certification
Portuguese (First language)
English - Level C2 on Common European Framework of Reference (Certificate at www.efset.org/cert/HqmX7P)
Spanish - Level B2 on Common European Framework of Reference
French - Level A1 on Common European Framework of Reference
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References
References
References available upon request.
Interests
In-house or External Lawyer;
Senior Legal Advisor/Consultant;
Legal or Compliance Officer;
Assistant lecturer
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
AML/KYC Senior Officer
Angolan Bar Association
01.2021 - Current
Lecturer
Methodist University of Angola
10.2019 - 10.2022
Corporate Lawyer
Legis Veritas & Associates - Law Firm, LL
08.2017 - Current
Operations Office Manager
Faculty of Law of the Catholic University of Angola
10.2015 - 10.2017
Head of Legal and Compliance
Organizações JAF, Global Siinergy, Ponto de Vista
02.2013 - 11.2017
General Manager
Fight Society Angola
04.2008 - 07.2012
M.D. - Corporate Law
Faculty of Law of The Catholic University of Angol
Advanced Post-graduation - Corporate Finance & Corporate Governance
University of Lisbon, School of Law
Intensive - European And International Energy Law
University of Lisbon, School of Law
Intensive - International Arbitration
University of Lisbon, School of Law
Intensive - International Civil Aviation
University of Lisbon, Law School
Advanced Courses - Law
Faculty of Law of TheCatholic University of Angola
J.D. - Law
Faculty of Law of The Catholic University of Angol
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