Éclat Human Resource Consulting is a specialized and progressive management firm headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria. Our focus is to enable our clients to achieve their desired outcomes by providing them with bespoke workable systems, structures, and people.

Our team represents a diverse spectrum of professionals who are solution-oriented and dedicated to promoting the practice of statutory ethical business advisory while rendering services for public, private, and third-sector organizations. We understand that every client is unique, therefore we take responsibility for each client’s experience, their firm, and its resources.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Chambers

Location: Wuye, Abuja (FCT) 

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Legal

Report To: Managing Partner

Industry: Legal

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate should be able to:

• Lead the legal team in delivering outstanding legal representation and advisory services.
• Oversee the allocation and supervision of cases among junior and senior counsel.
• Review and approve legal strategies, filings, and major client submissions.
• Ensure consistent adherence to professional conduct, ethical practices, and statutory obligations.
• Maintain expertise in core practice areas to support and represent high-value or sensitive matters.
• Develop and implement the chambers' long-term vision, business goals, and operational strategies.
• Monitor firm performance and establish KPIs to evaluate legal output, client satisfaction, and profitability.
• Lead internal reviews and performance audits to ensure effective workflow and risk management.
• Supervise and streamline case management systems, documentation, and administrative processes.
• Foster strong client relationships and ensure client satisfaction through quality service and communication.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for growth through new practice areas, partnerships, and client acquisitions.
• Represent the chambers at public engagements, bar association meetings, seminars, and legal conferences.
• Promote the firm's reputation and presence through thought leadership and media engagement.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain talented legal professionals and support staff.
• Oversee continuing legal education, training workshops, and professional development programs.
• Conduct performance appraisals, provide feedback, and enforce disciplinary procedures where necessary.
• Cultivate a positive, collaborative, and ethical work environment within the chambers.
• Oversee the chambers' financial planning, budgeting, billing, and revenue management.
• Approve major expenses and financial decisions in line with the firm’s strategic priorities.
• Ensure compliance with tax, corporate, and legal regulatory requirements.
• Supervise non-legal staff including administrative officers, finance personnel, and clerks.

Education and Work Experience

• LL.B and B.L from a recognized institution; Master's degree in Law or Business Administration (optional but advantageous).
• Minimum of 10 years post-call legal experience, including 3–5 years in a senior or managerial role.
• Active member of the Nigerian Bar Association (or relevant jurisdictional body).
• Proven expertise in litigation, arbitration, or relevant specialized practice areas.
• Demonstrated success in legal strategy development, people management, and client engagement.

Requirements:

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
• Business acumen with the ability to manage budgets, finances, and operations.
• Strong negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and practice management software.

Salary

N500,000 - N700,000 / month.

Application Closing Date

8th August, 2025.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes to: jobs@eclathrconsulting.com.ng using the job title as the email subject.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.