Business Development Director / Associate Partner at a Growing, Client-focused Corporate and Commercial Law Firm - UNOCASA

Posted on Thu 14th May, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

UnoCasa - Our client is a growing, client-focused corporate and commercial law firm dedicated to delivering practical legal solutions to businesses, investors, and high-net-worth clients.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Director / Associate Partner

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Legal / Professional Services
Reports To: Managing Partner

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

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online