Jamila Namazlı
Summary
Legal & Compliance Specialist with 6+ years of experience in contract management, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance within international environments. Detail-oriented and methodical in preparing case files, investigating issues, and producing legal paperwork. Known for meticulous work. Fluent in English, Italian, Russian, and Turkish.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Intern (EU Law & Compliance)
AIAEM
Madrid
01.2020 - Current
- Conducted legal research on EU law, international trade, and cross-border regulations.
- Collaborated with legal team on compliance matters, supporting adherence to EU regulations.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
- Observed court proceedings to gain insights into legal strategies and courtroom procedures.
- Organized case files for streamlined document retrieval and management.
Junior Legal Advisor (Contracts & Compliance)
FINCA Azerbaijan NBCO
Azerbaijan
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Identified and minimized contractual risks, providing actionable insights to senior management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align projects with legal requirements, enhancing compliance integration.
- Monitored compliance activities with internal reporting teams to ensure adherence to regulations.
- Supported compliance monitoring and internal control processes, contributing to regulatory alignment and risk reduction.
General Clerical Manager
Synergy Group, OJSC
Azerbaijan
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed corporate documents in executive-level legal processes, streamlining internal document workflows.
- Ensured accuracy and compliance of legal records and internal approvals.
- Ensured audit readiness by maintaining structured documentation systems and supporting internal control procedures.
- Supported preparation of board and shareholder meeting documents, ensuring adherence to corporate governance procedures.
- Assisted in corporate governance activities by preparing board documentation to facilitate informed decision-making.
Legal Advisor (Contracts & Compliance)
Synergy Group, OJSC
Azerbaijan
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Drafted and negotiated 40+ commercial contracts annually, including NDAs, vendor, and subcontracting agreements.
- Facilitated compliance and regulatory alignment for infrastructure and IT projects, ensuring adherence to legal standards.
- Conducted legal risk assessments, identifying contractual and regulatory risks and supporting mitigation strategies.
- Coordinated with external counsel and internal departments to ensure legal and compliance consistency.
- Applied FIDIC contract standards in large-scale infrastructure and IT projects (hotels, hospitals, IT systems).
- Assisted in procurement and tender processes, ensuring adherence to legal frameworks and policies.
- Assisted in data protection and compliance initiatives, applying GDPR principles to enhance organizational practices.
- Supported internal audits and compliance reviews, identifying regulatory gaps and reinforcing internal controls.
Education
Master`s - International Relations & EU studies
University of Siena
Italy01-2021
Master`s - Political and International Relations
Sciences Po Lille/Universite De Lille
France01-2019
Bachelor`s - International Law
Qafqaz University
Azerbaijan01-2009
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Data protection
- Legal Research and Documentation
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- Policy Development
- Compliance monitoring
- Corporate Governance & Board Support
- Stakeholder coordination
- Legal research
- Contract negotiation
- Risk assessment
- Team coordination
Professional Development
- EU Litigation, Brussels
- EU Governance, University of Siena
- Corporate Legal Internship, Madrid
- ABA Street Law, Azerbaijan
Timeline
Legal Intern (EU Law & Compliance)
AIAEM
01.2020 - Current
Junior Legal Advisor (Contracts & Compliance)
FINCA Azerbaijan NBCO
01.2017 - 12.2017
General Clerical Manager
Synergy Group, OJSC
01.2014 - 12.2015
Legal Advisor (Contracts & Compliance)
Synergy Group, OJSC
01.2011 - 12.2014
Master`s - International Relations & EU studies
University of Siena
Master`s - Political and International Relations
Sciences Po Lille/Universite De Lille
Bachelor`s - International Law
Qafqaz University