Job Description:
Business Overview
Rakuten Group provides more than 70 services in a wide range of fields, including e-commerce, travel, digital content, and other Internet services in Japan and overseas, as well as financial services such as credit cards, banking, securities, electronic money, and smartphone app payments, mobile services such as mobile carrier services, and professional sports. By organically linking these services through a membership system centered on Rakuten members, Rakuten has created a unique "Rakuten ecosystem" that is unlike any other.
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Department Overview
Rakuten Symphony is a global technology company that provides the open, virtualized mobile network technology that underpinned Rakuten Mobile's success to telecommunications carriers and enterprises worldwide, driving digital transformation.
Legal Department is also a global organization. In addition to Japan (7 members, Deputy General Manager-based), members are located in the UK (1 member, General Counsel-based), the US (1 member), Germany (2 members), the UAE (1 member), and India (2 members), supporting operations in each country.
We are seeking individuals who can collaborate with colleagues across multiple countries and cross-functional teams as part of the team, providing legal support across various jurisdictions.
Position:
Why We Hire
Filling vacancies caused by multiple Japanese members transferring within the company
Attraction
- Attractiveness of the Business or Organizational Phase
You can experience the fulfillment of shaping the future of the telecommunications industry from a legal perspective, honing your global outlook and expertise alongside legal team members and business departments of diverse nationalities.
- Career Path (Acquired Skills and Career Progression)
Specialized legal expertise focused on cutting-edge technology and the telecommunications industry, global business law and international contract negotiation skills, problem-solving abilities and adaptability in agile environments, communication and coordination skills with diverse stakeholders.
Position Details
Business Overview
To advance Rakuten Symphony's global business from a legal perspective, we provide contract negotiation support, legal reviews, dispute resolution, and related services.
Primary Responsibilities
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation (Japanese/English): Lead the drafting and negotiation of complex commercial contracts related to Rakuten Symphony's overall business (particularly telecommunications software and technology transactions).
- Legal Review: Conduct legal reviews of Rakuten's products, marketing, and business initiatives. Collaborate with other teams to provide practical, solution-oriented advice that accelerates launches and innovation.
- Dispute Resolution: Handle disputes with customers and suppliers.
- Project Management: Plan, manage, and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
Work Environment
Organizational Structure
- Number of Employees (L2: 1, L2.5: 1, L3: 3, L4/L5: 2)
- Age Range: Primarily 30s to 40s
- Ratio of New Graduates to Mid-Career Hires: New Graduates: Mid-Career Hires (1:9)
Background of Mid-Career Hires
- Law firms, IT, consulting, manufacturers, etc.
Mandatory Qualifications:
- LL.B., J.D., LL.M., or equivalent degree.
- At least 3 to 5 years of practical experience in law firm or as an in-house legal professional. Candidates with more extensive experience are also welcome.
- Fluent in Japanese and English.
Desired Qualifications:
- Admission to the bar in an overseas jurisdiction or in Japan.
- Experience in a multinational and diverse environment.
- Experience in the IT, software, or telecom industry.
Other Information:
Additional information on Location
Rakuten Crimson House
1-14-1, Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Additional information on Secondment
You will be hired by Rakuten Group, Inc., but after joining, you will be seconded to Rakuten Symphony, Inc.
Additional information on English Qualification
TOEIC score of 800 or higher
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