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Nikos Soulidis

Kavala,Greece

Summary

Dynamic professional with expertise in effective communication, behavioral management, and team leadership. Adept at project coordination, strategic planning, and business intelligence. Proficient in budget planning, time management, and English language skills. Highly skilled in MS Word and skilled in MS Excel.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Attorney at law

Self Employed
Kavala, Kavala
01.2006 - Current
  • Secured successful outcomes by providing expert legal advice in complex litigation cases.
  • Represented high-profile clients for reputation protection and damage limitation.
  • Achieved client satisfaction with thorough case research and preparation.
  • Drafted key legal documents to facilitate smooth proceedings in court.
  • Provided comprehensive legal support to colleagues, enhancing team performance.
  • Advocated strongly on behalf of clients, achieving optimal resolutions in disputes.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients through consistent communication and transparency.
  • Developed innovative strategies to successfully negotiate settlements in contentious cases.
  • Handled sensitive information with utmost discretion, maintaining strict confidentiality protocols.
  • Performed rigorous risk assessments before proceeding with any legal action.
  • Advised corporate clients on a range of commercial issues to avoid potential legal pitfalls.
  • Collaborated effectively with other professionals to maximise case success rates.
  • Prepared detailed reports on case progress to keep clients informed and reassured.
  • Liaised with legal colleagues to identify required work, delegate tasks and speed up case progress.
  • Delivered initial legal advice to help clients recognise appropriate case pathways.
  • Prepared legal briefs and opinions and filed appeals in appeal courts.
  • Offered helpful, informative legal advice to clients, colleagues and external practitioners.
  • Safeguarded client interests throughout legal proceedings.
  • Negotiated client settlements to limit costly court proceedings in legal disputes.
  • Used knowledge of previous court decisions and laws to enhance client positions.
  • Harnessed evidence from diverse sources to build robust client defences.
  • Evaluated financial statements to support case research.
  • Represented clients at initial court hearings, instructing barristers in escalated cases.

Management consultant - Legal Advisor

Kavala Port Authority S.A.
Kavala, Kavala
04.2020 - Current
  • Created detailed reports for informed decision-making at executive level.
  • Audited internal processes, ensured regulatory compliance across all operations.
  • Use of critical thinking skills resulted in problem-solving efficiency.
  • Leveraged industry trends to drive the competitive positioning of the firm.
  • Developed strategic solutions by analysing current business operations.
  • Identified growth opportunities to expand business reach.
  • Analysed financial data, improved budget management strategies.
  • Designed business models with a focus on sustainability and growth.
  • Negotiated contracts to secure advantageous terms and conditions.
  • Managed complex projects to meet defined objectives within deadlines.
  • Actively explored, developed and strengthened external relationships with stakeholders and industry Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
  • Led work streams and key tasks on consultancy projects, interfacing with client and key stakeholders.
  • Managed legal issues for optimal company operation.
  • Reviewed and drafted contracts to ensure organisational compliance.
  • Advised on legal rights, obligations, and implications with careful analysis.
  • Researched legal precedents for effective case strategy.
  • Developed policies to minimise risk of litigation.
  • Negotiated settlements for dispute resolution.
  • Liaised with external solicitors for comprehensive legal support.

Legal advisor

East Macedonia and Thrace Social Welfare Centre
Kavala, Kavala
01.2020 - Current
  • Managed legal issues for optimal company operation.
  • Reviewed and drafted contracts to ensure organisational compliance.
  • Advised on legal rights, obligations, and implications with careful analysis.
  • Researched legal precedents for effective case strategy.

Vice-President

Dimofeleia - Municipality of Kavala
Kavala, Kavala
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw financial operations to ensure fiscal stability of the organisation.
  • Mitigated risks, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams for streamlined workflow processes.
  • Guided organisational development with structured performance management systems.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusion that resulted in an enhanced company culture.
  • Led team for successful project outcomes.
  • Developed business plans, resulting in improved performance.
  • Achieved corporate objectives with strategic planning and execution.
  • Maintained high staff morale through effective leadership techniques.
  • Established partnerships for expansion opportunities.
  • Allocated resources to teams and projects based on need, performance and availability.
  • Established budgets based on historical, current and forecasted business data.
  • Reviewed reports from subordinate management to identify areas of opportunity.
  • Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
  • Monitored operations to assess and highlight results.
  • Served as official representative of organisation to public groups or government agencies.
  • Put in place clear controls for financial administration and business management.
  • Directed administration and optimisation of financial operations, payroll and accounting processes.

Instructor in non typical adult education

Various Adult Educational Centres
Kavala - Drama, Kavala - Drama
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive teaching plans, improved student understanding.
  • Fostered positive learning environment by implementing interactive teaching methods.
  • Utilised latest technology for effective instruction, enhanced classroom engagement.
  • Presented complex information in an understandable manner to facilitate knowledge absorption.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through group activities.

Prof. of commercial law & underground economics

KEPEA
Kavala, Kavala
09.2006 - 07.2009
  • Enhanced student understanding by implementing innovative teaching methods in legal studies.
  • Lectured on complex legal topics for enhanced academic performance amongst students.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues, leading to improved curriculum design.
  • Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Law Studies

Democritus University of Thrace
Komotini, Nomos Rodopis
09.1999 - 01.2004

Certificate of Educational Proficiency - Certificate of Educational Proficiency in Non-Formal Adult Education

N.O.f.T.C.oQ.a.V.G.
Thessaloniki
10.2017 - 03.2018

Proficiency - Proficiency in English language

Michigan University
Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S.A.
09.1990 - 02.1996

Zertifikat - German language

Goethe Institut
Thessaloniki
10.2000 - 06.2002

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Behavioral management
  • Team leadership
  • Project coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Business intelligence
  • Budget planning
  • Time management
  • English proficiency
  • MS word proficiency
  • MS excel proficiency

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
German
Elementary (A2)

Affiliations

  • Literature
  • Basketball
  • Humanitarian Organizations

Accomplishments

  • 2010 - 2011 President of Rotary Club of Kavala
  • 2016 - 2017 Secretary of Rotary District 2484
  • 2022 - 2024 President of the association of primary the 2nd school of Kavala parents and guardians

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Instructor in non typical adult education

Various Adult Educational Centres
07.2021 - Current

Management consultant - Legal Advisor

Kavala Port Authority S.A.
04.2020 - Current

Legal advisor

East Macedonia and Thrace Social Welfare Centre
01.2020 - Current

Vice-President

Dimofeleia - Municipality of Kavala
01.2020 - 12.2023

Certificate of Educational Proficiency - Certificate of Educational Proficiency in Non-Formal Adult Education

N.O.f.T.C.oQ.a.V.G.
10.2017 - 03.2018

Prof. of commercial law & underground economics

KEPEA
09.2006 - 07.2009

Attorney at law

Self Employed
01.2006 - Current

Zertifikat - German language

Goethe Institut
10.2000 - 06.2002

Diploma of Higher Education - Law Studies

Democritus University of Thrace
09.1999 - 01.2004

Proficiency - Proficiency in English language

Michigan University
09.1990 - 02.1996

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