Business Development Executive at a Newly Established Law Firm - Zephyr Consulting

Zephyr Consulting - Our client, a newly established Law firm in Lagos, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Executive

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

• We are seeking to employ a Business Development Executive to help shape its market presence and drive growth. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a new practice, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the firm’s strategic direction

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including corporate clients, SMEs, and individuals requiring legal services.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of potential clients and referral sources.
• Support partners in preparing and delivering pitches, proposals, and presentations to prospective clients.
• Foster relationships with professional associations, chambers of commerce, and industry bodies.
• Support the creation and execution of marketing strategies to build the firm’s visibility.
• Collaborate with legal teams/Managing partner to produce client alerts, thought leadership articles, and industry insights.
• Organize, coordinate and represent the company at seminars, workshops, and networking events to showcase the firm’s expertise and build relationships.
• Act as a liaison between clients and legal teams, ensuring excellent client service delivery.
• Develop feedback mechanisms to assess client experience and recommend improvements.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and business opportunities in the legal sector.
• Provide strategic input to partners on business expansion, partnerships, and service diversification.
• Monitor industry developments and regulatory changes to identify areas of growth.
• Track business development activities and prepare periodic performance reports for management.
• Maintain a database of business development contacts, activities, and outcomes.
• Support the development of fee proposals, budgets, and revenue forecasts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Law, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in business development, sales, or marketing (experience in professional services or legal industry is an added advantage).
• Proven track record of meeting business development targets.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of business development principles and marketing strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with high-level stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the legal industry (preferred).
• Strategic thinker with strong research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/marketing tools.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.

Application Closing Date
12th September, 2025

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@zephyrconsultingservices.info using “Application for Business Development Executive (Law firm)” as the subject of the email.