B.F.A & Co. Legal is a full service law firm headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. We offer top level legal and business services to both local and international clients. Our expertise on legal issues cuts across borders.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Chamber
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Responsibilities
- Overseeing and developing the administrative processes and procedures that are necessary to deliver an efficient and professional support service to the firm’s staff members.
- Heading research department of the firm; vetting all processes, documents and all outgoing correspondences.
- Supervising all court processes, general litigation and corporate legal representation of clients.
- Analyzing the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
- Interfacing between the Principal partner and other lawyers in the chamber.
- Interfacing between the clients and the organization.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve workflow, resource allocation, and client service delivery.
- Successfully introduce and integrate new operational or case management systems that differentiate the firm from competitors within the first year.
- Develop and launch at least two innovative legal service offerings or packages that set the firm apart within the first two years.
- Establish and enforce new SOPs for key operational areas (e.g., client intake, case management, billing) to enhance efficiency and consistency within the first year.
- Organize and conduct quarterly training sessions for all staff to maintain high standards of legal practice.
- Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership by contributing and reviewing legal articles, presenting at industry conferences, and participating in professional associations.
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, contracts, and other legal documents, Interpreting laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Foster a culture of excellence, ensuring all legal procedures align with the firm’s objectives and industry standards.
- Attend industry events, conferences, and networking functions to promote the firm.
Requirements
The ideal candidate for this role must possess:
- A Law degree from a reputable university.
- 8 – 10 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 organizations.
- Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
- A track record of effective leadership and delivery.
- Ability to work unsupervised, prioritize 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 leader.
Salary
N500,000 – N600,000 monthly.
Application Closing Date
10th February, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to: Damilola@bfaandcolegal.com using “Head of Chambers” as the subject of the mail.