Female Client Relations Officer at Protege Professionals

Job Brief

• We are looking for a proactive and experienced Public Relations Officer for our reputable Law Firm client in Lagos.

Job Description

• Develop and implement a comprehensive business development plan for both the public and corporate sectors, including strategies for client acquisition and revenue growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare and submit competitive proposals, bids, and tender responses for both corporate and public sector opportunities.
• Lead negotiations and contract discussions with corporate and governmental agencies, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, market trends, and emerging technologies relevant to the corporate business landscape.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, demonstrating our value proposition and tailored solutions to meet their specific needs.
• Collaborating with Firm Senior Partner to determine the most viable, cost-effective approach to pursue new business opportunities.
• Meeting with potential clients to present the Firm’s service offerings and negotiate business deals.
• Seek business opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, and advertising.
• Designing, writing, and/or producing presentations, press releases, articles, leaflets, ‘in-house' journals, reports, publicity brochures, information for websites, and promotional videos.
• Dealing with inquiries from the public, the press, and diverse organisations
• Speaking publicly at interviews, press conferences, and presentations.
• Gather new intelligence for the preparation of reports, tenders, and presentations that will win the company contracts in ongoing and upcoming projects.

Requirements and skills

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc / BA Degree in English, Journalism, Communications Arts, or a related field with 3 - 5 years relevant work experience.
• Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role.
• Experience managing media relations (online, broadcast, and print).
• Background in researching, writing, and editing publications.
• Proficient in MS Office and social media.
• Strong communication ability (oral and written).
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Creativity and problem-solving aptitude.