Legal Manager

1ヶ月前


Tokyo Kanalas

My client, a major American financial services company, is looking for a Japanese-qualified lawyer (bengoshi) with around 3–10 years of experience.


It's a particularly great opportunity for those on the junior side, as it's quite rare to join a firm of this caliber so early in your career.

Role Responsibilities


  • Business Development Support
Provide legal support for new business initiatives and development projects.
Review operational risk matters and advise on related implementation efforts.


  • Contract Management
Draft, review, negotiate, and amend a wide range of commercial agreements.
Guide internal stakeholders on standard terms, conditions, and business processes.


  • Regulatory Affairs
Monitor and interpret upcoming regulatory changes in Japan that may affect the company's operations.
Relevant areas include financial services, payments, consumer protection, electronic money, competition, data privacy, and outsourcing regulations.
Work closely with Government Affairs and Compliance to support advocacy efforts, resolve interpretive issues, and advise on implementation.


  • Strategic Transactions and Major Deals

Provide proactive, business-focused legal advice for major commercial transactions, including M&A-related matters, strategic alliances, and the structuring and negotiation of key deals.


  • Dispute Resolution
Manage and advise on litigation, disputes, and claims involving the company.
Aim to achieve constructive, mutually beneficial outcomes that protect the organization's brand and stakeholder value.


  • General Legal Advisory

Offer guidance on legal entity governance, business structuring, and other legal or regulatory matters arising within a large multinational enterprise.


  • Budget and Administrative Oversight
Manage legal spend within the allocated budget.
Support internal reporting obligations and contribute to legal department operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed attorney in Japan with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in financial services, payments, technology, or related sectors.

Prior in-house experience at a financial institution or multinational corporation is preferred.

Fluency in written and spoken Japanese and English, with demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate complex agreements in both languages.

Required Skills

Communication:
Ability to convey complex legal issues clearly and concisely to business partners and colleagues across the region.

Relationship Building:
Proven ability to collaborate, influence, and maintain strong working relationships.

Business Acumen & Innovation:
Ability to contextualize legal advice within broader business objectives and contribute creatively to strategic discussions.

Professional Presence:
Maintains composure under pressure; able to address difficult topics while guiding stakeholders toward practical solutions.

Agility & Collaboration:
Works efficiently in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities and partnering with key stakeholders to achieve results.

Pragmatic Legal Judgment:
Applies legal knowledge in a practical, commercially minded manner.

Mindset:
Positive attitude, growth-oriented approach, and strong team orientation.

Employee Benefits (Summary)
The company offers a range of benefits designed to support holistic well-being—physically, financially, and emotionally—while providing the flexibility required to thrive both personally and professionally


Benefits may include:
Competitive base salary
Performance-based bonuses
Financial wellness and retirement programs
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
Flexible work model (hybrid, onsite, or remote depending on role)
Parental leave policies
Access to wellness resources or on-site health services (location dependent)
Confidential mental health and counseling support
Career development and training programs
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