Frank Nzelu is a newly qualified barrister seeking a placement to utilize his strong communication, analytical, and administrative skills. He holds a B.L. from the Nigerian Law School and an LLM in Oil and Gas Law from the University of Aberdeen. Prior work experience includes roles in event coordination, student ambassadorship, and paralegal work to develop skills in organization, teamwork, client relations and attention to detail. He is proficient in English, Igbo, Microsoft Office, and digital marketing techniques.

1. Frank Nzelu
No. 6, 451 Road, First Avenue, Gwarimpa, Abuja
12.06.87
frank.nzelu.12@aberdeen.ac.uk
+234 9092290595
PROFILE
A newly qualified, professional and well-presented barrister, I am looking for a placement
that would utilise my strong persuasive communication, analytical and administrative skills.
EDUCATION
June 2014- July 2016
Nigerian Law School, Abuja, Nigeria.
Barrister-At-Law (B.L.) (Pass)
Modules: Criminal Litigation, Civil Litigation, Property Law Practice, Corporate Law
Practice, Law in Practice & Professional Ethics
August 2012 – November 2013
University of Aberdeen, Scotland
Oil and Gas Law with Dissertation (LLM) (Commendation)
Modules: International Investment Arbitration in the Energy Sector, Corporate
Environmental Liability, Critical Legal Thinking and Scholarship, LLM Dissertation (“The
Effects of stabilisation and Renegotiation Clause in Oil and Gas Agreements”)
September 2009 - July 2012
Middlesex University, London
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (2.1)
Modules: English Legal System, Law of Contract, Legal Method, Public Law, Criminal Law,
EU Law, Tort, Human Rights, Equity and Trusts, Land Law, Immigration Law in the UK
April 2008 – January 2009
Middlesex University, Dubai
International Foundation Programme
Modules: Academic Writing, Research and Presentation, Developing Independent Learning,
Integrated Subject-Based Projects.
January 2006- January 2007
SkillTouch College, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, FCT
Qualification: Diploma in Computer Science
September 1999 – June 2005
Saint Peter’s College, Toto Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Qualifications: Senior School Certificate Exam/West African Examination Certificate
September 1993 – June 1998
Air Force Primary School Enugu
Qualification: Common Entrance Exam

2. EMPLOYMENT
October 2012 – September 2013: Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC),
Support Staff
 In this organisation, I formed part of a committee coordinating corporate events. I
ensured goods from all event stakeholders were supplied on time, on budget and of a
sufficient quality for each event. Here organisational and communication skills were
essential.
 I also engaged in promotional activities for each event and more importantly sourced
new clients for the company. Other skill sets I acquired from this role were teamwork
and excellent IT skills.
 As a keen believer in teamwork, I was also happy to help perform basic
administrative roles such as sending out invitations to expected guests.
April 2011 – July 2012: Middlesex University, Student Ambassador
 I worked at the university’s Information Centre as Student Ambassador carrying out
community liaison, client-facing communication, and was an integral member of the
Student Conflict Resolution Team.
 Analytical, communication, time-management, team-working, out-of-the-box
problem-solving and customer relationship management skills were essential for this
role.
March 2005 - Present: Amobi Nzelu & Co. (Chinenye Chambers), Various Positions
 I have worked part-time in this reputable law firm for a number of years in capacities
varying from administrative roles to basic paralegal work.
 My administrative duties comprised of answering phone calls, booking appointments
for prospective clients and keeping client files. In performing these tasks, I was able
to acquire an appreciation for client confidentiality, attention to detail, time and
resource management.
 Paralegal work I performed includes document review, proofreading, drafting and
clerical work.
IT / LANGUAGES
I speak English and Igbo fluently. I am also proficient in all Microsoft Office programmes
and conversant with most social media platforms and digital marketing techniques.
INTERESTS AND SKILLS
Beyond my passion for sports such as football, volleyball and swimming; I am first and
foremost an entrepreneur. I have keen business sense and like to keep myself sharp by
constantly researching new global business ideas and innovations.
I also have a passion for property law, corporate social responsibility, corporate governance
and sustainable development.
References available on request.