Legal Consulting Head (Business Unit Manager II)
Job Overview
iOCO is appointing a Legal Consulting Head (Business Unit Manager II) for its Inlexso legal and advisory business in Pretoria (Careers24 2396353; iOCO0155; permanent; posted 28 October 2026). Reporting to the Managing Director, the Legal Consulting Head develops and executes the business unit’s strategy, annual plan, budget and growth priorities, and is accountable for revenue, gross profit, EBITDA, margin and cash-flow targets.
The role provides operational and strategic oversight across Labour, Environmental, Commercial, Energy, Mining and Property advisory practices – coordinating multidisciplinary subject matter experts to deliver integrated, commercially sound client solutions, building the sales pipeline and converting opportunities into profitable advisory engagements, and leading, coaching and developing managers, consultants and support staff while ensuring compliance with legislation, professional standards, contracts and governance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute the business unit strategy, annual plan, budget and growth priorities
Drive achievement of revenue, gross profit, EBITDA, margin and cash-flow targets
Maintain a strong sales pipeline and convert opportunities into profitable advisory engagements
Build client relationships and oversee proposals, renewals, cross-sell and new business development
Provide oversight across Labour, Environmental, Commercial, Energy, Mining and Property practices
Coordinate subject matter experts to deliver integrated, practical and commercially sound client solutions
Monitor project delivery, utilisation, quality, profitability, client commitments and operational risk
Lead, coach and develop managers, consultants and support staff
Ensure compliance with legislation, professional standards, contracts, policies and governance requirements
Report on financial, sales, operational, people and risk performance to the Managing Director; drive new service offerings and partnerships
Required Qualifications
Relevant degree in Law, Compliance, Business Management, Human Resources, Education/Learning & Development or a related field
Postgraduate qualification and/or MBA advantageous; quality, OHS, environmental, GRC or ISO qualifications beneficial
8–10 years’ progressive experience in legal, advisory, professional or consulting services
At least 5 years’ management experience leading managers, consultants or multidisciplinary professional teams
Proven accountability for revenue, gross profit, EBITDA, margins, budgets, forecasts and cash flow
Track record in business development, pipeline management and opportunity conversion
Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle; travel to office and clients as required
Skills & Requirements
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