• Application Deadline:
• Position: Business Development Director / Associate Partner



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 10 - 15 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Sales & Business Development 
  
  

Job Summary

• As part of our strategic expansion, we are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Director / Associate Partner to lead client acquisition, strengthen market presence, and drive revenue growth.


• This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving client acquisition, revenue generation, and strategic growth initiatives.


• The ideal candidate is a credible, well-networked, and charismatic professional with a proven track record of originating business and building long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the firm’s revenue growth strategy


• Identify and convert new business opportunities across sectors


• Advise leadership on market trends and expansion opportunities


• Deepen relationships with existing clients


• Work closely with partners and legal teams

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Revenue growth and new client acquisition


• Number and value of deals originated


• Increase in retained/recurring clients


• Expansion of referral networks


• Growth in key industry sectors


• Improved client retention and cross-selling


• Strong business development pipeline reporting

Requirements

• 10–15 years experience in business development, consulting, banking, legal or professional services


• Experience in a law firm, consulting firm, or financial institution


• Understanding of corporate/commercial legal services


• MBA, Law degree, or relevant professional qualification (advantage)


• Proven track record in revenue generation and client acquisition


• Strong commercial mindset and negotiation skills


• Established network within corporate and financial sectors


• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills


• Strategic thinker with strong execution ability

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary


• Performance-based incentives (linked to revenue)


• Opportunity for leadership progression within the firm