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Ufimtseva Karyna

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United Kingdom / London

Cost

100 £/hour

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About the consultant

Karyna Ufimtseva is a procurement specialist with a legal background, combining deep expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and procurement dispute resolution across both public and private sectors. She has a proven track record of driving value and efficiency in procurement operations, managing complex contracts, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Her experience spans procurement litigation, risk mitigation, and contract administration, with a strong focus on public sector procurement frameworks.

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Education:

Master’s Degree in Commercial Law Dnipropetrovsk National University of Internal Affairs 2003 – 2008
Master’s Degree in Public Management National University "Odessa Law Academy" 2018 – 2020

Experience

In-house and outsourced Legal Counsel, 2008 – 2016 Commercial Contracts: Drafting, reviewing, analysing, negotiating, and handling dispute resolution, including mediation. Litigation Procedures: Managing legal proceedings and representing clients in disputes. Legal Support for Businesses: Compliance, intellectual property, employment law, document management, data protection, company incorporation, and corporate governance.
Senior Lawyer, Executive Body of Local Government, Ukraine November 2016 – June 2022 Specialized in procurement law disputes, including contract negotiation and dispute resolution. Managed public procurement processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and best practices. Represented government bodies in litigation and arbitration procedures. Drafted contracts, managed supplier relationships, and resolved procurement disputes. Provided expert legal counsel on procurement law and contractual matters.
Deputy Head (Department of Administrative and Economic Activities), Commercial Court of Zaporozhye Region, Ukraine June 2022 – September 2022 Led public procurement processes, ensuring compliance with procurement laws and regulations. Negotiated and administered contracts, including dispute resolution and risk mitigation. Managed supplier relationships, delivering cost savings and performance improvements. Drafted procurement-related documentation and managed contract disputes. Supervised a team of five, fostering collaborative working environments.
Administrator (Fire Doors and PFP project), EQUANS, Birmingham, UK September 2023 – Present Managed procurement administration, including supplier liaison, purchase orders, and requisitions. Ensured contractor compliance with contractual terms and company policies. Oversaw invoicing and document control processes. Supported procurement functions through supplier relationship management and compliance verification. Contributed to risk mitigation and dispute resolution in procurement operations.