• Application Deadline: Fri, 9 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Head of Chamber


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 12 - 35 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  


• Salary Range ₦200,000 - ₦300,000/month
  

Job Description

The Head of Chambers is responsible for ensuring that all facets of Firm’s administration are effective and efficient. The Head of Chambers will be responsible for:

• Overseeing and developing the administrative processes and procedures that are necessary to deliver an efficient and professional support service to the firm’s staff team.


• Heading research department of the firm; vetting all processes, documents and all outgoing correspondences.


• All court processes, general litigation and corporate legal representation of clients. Interpreting laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.


• Analysing the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.


• All legal managerial roles in the chamber.


• Managing all lawyers in the chamber.


• Monitoring and keeping track of all pending matters.


• Interfacing between the managing partner and other lawyers in the chamber.


• Interfacing between the client and the organisation.


• Maintaining great communication and keeping the clients abreast.


• Getting feedback on all matters from lawyers and relaying to the clients.


• Receiving reports daily, weekly/ monthly from lawyers. Follow up on lawyers to go to court as at when due.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role must possess:

• A Law degree from a reputable university. 12 years minimum legal professional experience.


• Experience being responsible for the management of staff. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and influence others effectively at all levels within Chambers and with outside organisations.


• Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.


• A track record of effective leadership and delivery. Ability to work unsupervised, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.


• Legal research expertise.


• Professional attitude and presentation, especially when representing the Chambers externally.


• Ability to build strong relationships and manage teams with clear targets, including demonstrable ability in acting as a leade