Management consulting occupiers in Lagos typically cluster in Victoria Island (VI), plan ~175 sqft per seat at trophy fit-out ($640000–950000/sqft), and pay around 80000 NGN/sqft ($60 USD) on Class A.

  • Preferred submarket: Victoria Island (VI).
  • Typical fit-out spec: Trophy ($640000–950000/sqft).
  • Plan ~175 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
  • Class A rent context: 80000 NGN/sqft ($60 USD).
  • Typical lease: 2 years with 4 months rent-free.
  • Talent depth in Lagos: 74/100.

Management consulting office space in Lagos

Management consulting occupiers in Lagos typically cluster in Victoria Island (VI), plan ~175 sqft per seat at trophy fit-out">fit-out ($640000–950000/sqft), and pay around 80000 NGN/sqft ($60 USD) on Class A.

TL;DR

  • Preferred submarket: Victoria Island (VI).
  • Typical fit-out spec: Trophy ($640000–950000/sqft).
  • Plan ~175 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
  • Class A rent context: 80000 NGN/sqft ($60 USD).
  • Typical lease: 2 years with 4 months rent-free.
  • Talent depth in Lagos: 74/100.

Where they cluster

Management consulting occupiers in Lagos typically anchor in Victoria Island (VI). Banking, oil and gas (Oando, others), professional services, multinational HQs.

What they pay

Class A rent in Lagos runs 80000 NGN/sqft ($60 USD) on a 2-year lease with 4 months free. Trophy submarkets command a 20–40% premium above the city index.

Spec and fit-out

Typical management consulting fit-out targets trophy specification at $640000–950000/sqft. Bespoke design, signature feature, top-tier MEP and acoustic packages are standard.

Headcount sizing

Plan around 175 sqft per seat blended (workstation + circulation + amenity). A 100-headcount consulting office in Lagos typically targets 17,500 sqft of leasable area.

Talent angle

Hub-and-spoke partner offices favor trophy CBD addresses for client proximity, with hot-desking ratios reducing per-seat area. Deep banking, oil and gas, fintech, and creative talent. Strong English-language professional base. Strong feed from University of Lagos, Lagos Business School, and Covenant University. Nigeria's tech ecosystem (Flutterwave, Paystack, Andela) anchors deep talent.

Tax and lease context

Headline corporate tax: 30%. USD-pegged or naira leases (USD common for international tenants). 2-3 year terms standard with renewal options. Often payable annually or 6-monthly in advance. Free rent of 3-6 months on a 3-year deal.

Key facts

cityLagos
industryManagement consulting
naics541611, 541612
preferredSubmarketVictoria Island (VI)
preferredFitoutSpecTrophy
fitoutBand$640000–950000/sqft
sqftPerSeat175
classARentLocal80000 NGN/sqft/yr
classARentUsd$60/sqft/yr
vacancyPct17.6%
typicalLeaseYears2
typicalRentFreeMonths4
talentIndex74
corporateTaxPct30%

Frequently asked questions

Where do management consulting occupiers lease office space in Lagos?
Most cluster in Victoria Island (VI). Rent runs ~80000 NGN/sqft ($60 USD) for trophy and prime stock.
What fit-out spec do management consulting occupiers run in Lagos?
Typically trophy at $640000–950000/sqft.
How much office space per seat should a management consulting occupier plan in Lagos?
Plan ~175 sqft per seat blended. A 100-person team typically takes 17,500 sqft.
What NAICS codes describe the management consulting vertical?
Representative NAICS 2022 codes: 541611, 541612.
What is the talent index in Lagos?
74/100. Use the city profile for full detail.

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