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