Mukhtar Gafoor
About Mukhtar Gafoor
Mukhtar Gafoor serves as the Business Development and Account Director for Legal and Government at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2017. He previously worked at LexisNexis South Africa and LexisNexis in various account management roles.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Mukhtar Gafoor holds the position of Business Development and Account Director: Legal and Government at Thomson Reuters. He has been with the company since 2017, contributing to business growth and client management in the legal and government sectors. His role involves developing strategic partnerships and overseeing account management to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
Previous Experience at LexisNexis South Africa
Prior to his current role, Mukhtar Gafoor worked at LexisNexis South Africa as the Head of Volume and Key Accounts from 2012 to 2017. In this position, he was responsible for managing key client relationships and driving volume sales in Johannesburg, Gauteng. His leadership in this role contributed to the growth of the company's market presence in the region.
Experience at LexisNexis in New York
Mukhtar Gafoor served as an Account Manager at LexisNexis in New York from 2006 to 2012. During his six years in this role, he focused on client acquisition and retention, ensuring that client needs were met effectively. His experience in New York provided him with a strong foundation in account management within the legal information sector.
Early Career at TransUnion ITC
Mukhtar Gafoor began his professional career as an Account Manager at TransUnion ITC in the United States, where he worked for seven months in 2005 to 2006. This early experience in account management helped him develop essential skills in client relations and sales strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Mukhtar Gafoor studied at Harvard Business School, focusing on Management in 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Midrand University, where he studied from 2000 to 2002. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in business development and account management.