International Legal & Business Development Rep. (Africa - Zambia/Nigeria)
Posted 19 days ago
We are not looking for another lawyer.
We are looking for a professional capable of:
- creating opportunities
- building relationships
- and converting legal needs into structured international engagements
Oikonomakis Law is an international, multi-jurisdictional law firm with presence across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Oceania.
As part of our global expansion, we are seeking an International Legal & Business Development Representative based in Zambia or Nigeria.
ROLE DEFINITION:
This is NOT a legal execution role.
The position does NOT involve:
- handling legal cases
- providing legal representation
- executing legal work
The role is strictly focused on:
- client acquisition
- relationship building
- structuring engagements
- transferring matters to internal legal teams
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Identify and attract clients (local and international)
- Build strategic relationships with businesses, investors and professionals
- Understand client needs and structure legal engagements
- Act as primary interface between client and firm
- Transfer matters to relevant internal departments
- Maintain long-term client relationships
- Participate in international business and investment opportunities
SCOPE OF ACTIVITY:
The role is NOT geographically limited.
The successful candidate may:
- generate local clients
- generate international clients
- initiate cross-border matters
and will operate across ALL firm jurisdictions and offices
Requirements
IDEAL PROFILE:
We are looking for someone who:
✔ can generate business
✔ understands how to close deals
✔ has strong communication skills
✔ can operate independently
✔ has strategic thinking
BACKGROUND:
Candidates may come from:
- Legal profession
- Legal advisory
- Corporate advisory
- Investment / consulting
- Business development in professional services
A law degree is valuable, but not mandatory
Business generation ability is mandatory
REQUIRED CAPABILITIES:
✔ Business & Commercial Skills:
- Client acquisition experience
- Negotiation skills
- Relationship development
✔ Financial Understanding:
- Understanding of pricing and value
- Basic financial literacy
- Ability to position legal services commercially
✔ Technical Skills:
- Advanced Excel
- PowerPoint
- CRM / client tracking systems
- Digital communication tools
✔ International Mindset:
- Ability to operate across jurisdictions
- Comfortable working with international teams
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must submit:
- CV
- Brief description of business development experience
- Compensation expectations
Applications without:
- clear business development experience
- or without strategic mindset
will NOT be considered
Benefits
- Access to international legal structure
- Exposure to global client base
- Participation in multi-jurisdictional operations
- Long-term growth potential within firm structure
Law Firm with 25 offices in 20 countries. ✅ Expertise in business, corporate, banking and finance, mediation, emerging markets and more.
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