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
Requirements
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
Benefits
- Access to international legal structure
- Exposure to global client base
- Participation in multi-jurisdictional operations
- Long-term growth potential within firm structure
Oikonomakis Law is an internationally structured legal platform coordinating cross-border and multi-jurisdictional legal work.
We act as a central point of contact for international clients, law firms and advisors handling matters in key jurisdictions.
Our role is not limited to local legal execution. We provide strategic coordination, ensuring that complex legal matters involving multiple countries are handled efficiently through trusted local partners.
We regularly assist in:
- cross-border disputes and litigation
- international investments and real estate transactions
- corporate structuring and market entry
- family law matters involving multiple jurisdictions
- enforcement of foreign judgments
Through our offices, affiliated structures and international network, we are able to support clients across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, America, Oceania and Africa.
We work closely with international professionals and law firms, providing reliable coordination and local expertise.
We remain available to collaborate on cross-border matters and multi-jurisdictional projects.
For cooperation or referrals, please contact us directly.
