Tosin Arasi

About Tosin Arasi

PROFESSIONAL PROFILEDiplomatic legal professional with comprehensive experience in Legal Affairs, specializing in Records & Retention Management, Document Management, Contract Lifecycle Management, and Contracts Administration. Proven expertise in Procurement, Intellectual Property, International Law, and Commercial Litigation, with proficiency in tools such as Summation, Concordance, and Westlaw.Holds an advanced degree in International Affairs & Foreign Policy, providing a broad perspective on global legal issues.Successfully operates a sole proprietorship in Photography & Videography, showcasing creative and entrepreneurial skills alongside legal expertise.SKILLS & EXPERTISETechnical Skills: MS Word | MS Excel | PowerPoint | MS SharePoint | MS Publisher | MS Visio | MS Teams | Zoom Workplace| Lexis-Nexis | Adobe Acrobat | Prezi | Apttus | Salesforce | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | iManage | WebEx | Documentum | SmartsheetSoft Skills: Emotional Intelligence | Conflict Resolution | Leadership | Interpersonal Skills | Critical Thinking | Attention to Detail | Creativity | MentorshipCommunications & Language: French (fluent written; moderate to high-level verbal)| Research Reports | Essay Writing | Editing & Proofreading | Contract Drafting | Document Review | Presentation Development | Technical Writing | Creative Writing | BloggingForeign Policy: International Security | Counterterrorism & Intelligence Analysis | Public Policy Analysis | Multicultural Relations | DiplomacyPhotography & Videography: Photoshop | Photoshop Elements | Adobe Lightroom | Adobe Premier Pro | Camera Raw | Topaz Labs | Photomatix Pro | FotoBiz | FotoQuote | Final Cut Pro | Affinity | Movie Maker | Sony Movie Studio HD | Perfect Photo Suite | WordPress | Pages

Experience

1. Vice President, Documents & Records Retention Management

   Morgan Stanley

   Jan 2022 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Lead project management of the records management system across all internal departments at Parametric Portfolio Associates, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency. Manage the implementation of the electronic records retention repository (Documentum) to align with federal regulatory requirements. Organize the storage, archiving, and disposition of hardcopy documentation via Iron Mountain. Subject matter expert regarding Parametric’s records retention policy and best practices. Supervise and mentor one direct report, fostering professional development and enhancing team productivity.Key Accomplishments• Spearheaded records management training initiatives, successfully educating six of the firm’s 12 internal departments on Documentum\'s electronic records capabilities within the first 10 months of employment.• Conducted a comprehensive, independent, in-person audit of the firm’s hardcopy records inventory in the Minneapolis office, advising on retention or destruction that resulted in averting approximately in consultancy fees.• Revamped contracts management procedures, effecting improvements in the electronic signature routing process for both internal and external stakeholders.

Education

• University of Minnesota

  Bachelor's Degree, International Affairs & Foreign Policy

• University of Denver

  Master's Degree, International Affairs & Foreign Policy

• International School of Stavanger

  Diploma, with High Honors

Skills

• Event Photography
• Social Impact
• Digital Photography
• Legal Research
• Photos
• Contract Management
• Management
• Training
• Invoice Processing
• Lexisnexis
• Legal Support
• Legal Affairs
• Aerial Photography
• Lightroom
• Social Media
• Leadership
• Photoshop Elements
• Project Management
• Press Releases
• Photojournalism
• Journalism
• Trial Preparation
• Public Speaking
• Cityscape
• Night Photography
• Commercial Photography
• Writing
• Event Management
• Trials
• Low Light Photography
• Legal Assistance
• International Relations
• Photoshop
• Editorial
• Invoicing
• Editing
• Analysis
• Photo Editing
• Proofreading
• Legal Services