Tokyo Criteo ¥1,800,000 - ¥2,500,000 per year

What You'll Do:

As APAC Commercial Legal Counsel, you will support the group's overall commercial legal strategy in APAC. Based in Tokyo or in Singapore, you will work closely with various business teams (Sales, Global Supply, Marketing, Public Relations, Product, Data Privacy), and with partners in the Global Services teams (Finance, Admin and Facilities) and with other members of the Commercial Legal team around the world. You will also work closely with Executives located throughout APAC (mainly Japan, Korea and Singapore).

This role represents a great career move for an individual seeking a challenging

opportunity that combines technical legal knowledge and interaction with business clients, operating in a demanding and fast-paced internet multi-national where artificial intelligence, machine learning and data privacy converge.

As APAC Commercial Legal Counsel, you will join Criteo's cross-functionally Global Legal Team, with a primary focus on customized deals and general commercial matters.

  • You will partner with product and commercial teams across all parts of Criteo's business, including product development, go-to-market product support.
  • Negotiating transactions with advertisers, brands, retailers, publishers, and technology and data partners.
  • Providing advice on advertising and privacy matters.
  • Providing high-value, business-focused legal advice in support of any other matters that come our way.

Who You Are:

  • Qualified lawyer (Japan preferred but flexible) with minimum of 5 years of experience gained at a combination of top-tier law firm and in-house; with technical or internet industry experience (ad tech or advertising/marketing law experience would be a bonus) with a general knowledge of data privacy (knowledge of Korean privacy laws would be a plus).
  • Experience drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts.
  • Fluent proficiency in English and Japanese language (written and oral). Japanese language is required due to this role needing to communicate with Japanese clients. Korean language proficiency is a plus.
  • Desire to understand Criteo's technologies and ability to analyze technical issues, for example use of data and data flows.
  • Independent, self-motivated, problem-solver, with a pro-business approach who can operate as part of a team or alone.
  • Ability to engage with business partners of different experience and seniority levels; provide reasoned legal advice, empower partners through training initiatives and act as a trusted partner with commercial teams.
  • Ability to accommodate a variety of personalities and cultures.
  • Ability to juggle competing priorities and work harmoniously with internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to challenge assumptions in a respectful manner.

We acknowledge that many candidates may not meet every single role requirement listed above. If your experience looks a little different from our requirements but you believe that you can still bring value to the role, we'd love to see your application

Who We Are:

Criteo is a leader in commerce media, helping brands, agencies, and publishers create meaningful consumer connections through AI-powered advertising solutions. We're shaping a more open and sustainable digital future for advertising.

At Criteo, our culture is as unique as it is diverse. From our offices across the globe or from the comfort of home, our 3,600 Criteos collaborate together to build an open, impactful, and forward-thinking environment.

We foster a workplace where everyone is valued, and employment decisions are based solely on skills, qualifications, and business needs—never on non-job-related factors or legally protected characteristics.

What We Offer:

Ways of working – Our hybrid model blends home with in-office experiences, making space for both.

Grow with us – Learning, mentorship & career development programs.

Your wellbeing matters – Health benefits, wellness perks & mental health support.

A team that cares – Diverse, inclusive, and globally connected.

Fair pay & perks – Attractive salary, with performance-based rewards and family-friendly policies, plus the potential for equity depending on role and level.

Additional benefits may vary depending on the country where you work and the nature of your employment with Criteo.



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