International Legal & Business Development Rep. (Africa - Zambia/Nigeria)

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

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

- Access to international legal structure

- Exposure to global client base

- Participation in multi-jurisdictional operations

- Long-term growth potential within firm structure