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Career Opportunities

Join a firm that builds careers, nurtures leadership, and creates legal innovators. We are looking for sharp minds and passionate people.

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Why Smith & Partners

Build Your Career With Purpose

At Smith and Partners, we don't just offer jobs — we build careers, nurture leadership, and create legal innovators. Our firm is driven by craftsmanship, trust, clarity, and impact. We believe in developing legal minds that go beyond the textbook — minds that shape strategy, justice, and client satisfaction with intentionality.

Whether you're a young graduate, an experienced advocate, or a visionary legal strategist, Smith and Partners offers an empowering and inclusive environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and leave a lasting mark on the legal profession in Nigeria and beyond.

View Open Roles How to Apply
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Meaningful Work
Access complex, high-impact cases across Nigeria and internationally — work that shapes businesses, protects rights, and makes a real difference in people's lives.
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Growth & Development
Ongoing mentoring, continuing legal education, and cross-sector exposure that accelerates your professional growth at every stage of your career.
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Inclusive Culture
A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives are valued and every voice contributes to our collective excellence.
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Competitive Remuneration
Fair and competitive compensation with a growth-oriented evaluation structure that recognises and rewards excellence, dedication, and results.
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Integrity & Excellence
A culture built on the bedrock values of integrity, learning, and excellence — where doing the right thing and doing it well are one and the same.
The Right Fit

Who We're Looking For

Passionate legal professionals who want to make a genuine impact — not just practise law, but shape it
Lawyers with excellent writing, communication, and advocacy skills who express ideas with clarity and precision
Individuals who align with our core values of craftsmanship, trust, and client partnership
Team players who thrive in a collaborative, visionary law practice and lift those around them
Those with special interest in our focus areas: corporate law, dispute resolution, technology law, art & media, real estate, immigration, environmental law, and more
What You Gain

Benefits of Joining Us

Supportive and inclusive work environment designed for long-term professional fulfilment
Access to complex, meaningful cases across Nigeria and internationally, with real responsibility from day one
Structured mentoring programmes, continuing legal education, and cross-sector exposure
Competitive remuneration with a transparent, growth-oriented performance evaluation structure
Culture of integrity, continuous learning, and excellence — where great work is seen and celebrated
Current Openings

Open Roles

Full-Time  ·  Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Legal Associate – Dispute Resolution
◎ Lagos, Nigeria
◉ Minimum 3 years post-call
◈ On-Site
Apply Now
Internship  ·  Corporate Law
Graduate Intern – Corporate Law
◎ Lagos, Nigeria
◉ Law School Graduate
◈ Remote & On-Site
Apply Now
Full-Time  ·  Business Development
Business Development & Legal Communications Officer
◎ Lagos, Nigeria
◉ 2 years in legal writing, communications, or BD
◈ On-Site
Apply Now
Don't See Your Role?
We are always open to exceptional talent. Send us a speculative application and we will keep your profile on file.
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Ready to Apply

How to Apply

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Prepare Your Application
Prepare an updated CV and a brief, focused cover letter explaining your interest in Smith & Partners LP and the specific role you are applying for.
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Send Your Email
Send both documents to employment@splp-law.com. In your subject line, clearly state the position you are applying for (e.g. "Application — Legal Associate, Dispute Resolution").
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Shortlisting
Our team will review all applications carefully. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.
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Interview & Offer
Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with our team. Offers are made to candidates whose experience, values, and vision align with our firm's mission.
Submit Your Application
Ready to Join
the Team?

Interested candidates should send their CV and a brief cover letter directly to our team. Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

All applications are treated with the utmost confidentiality. We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Applications Email
employment@splp-law.com
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