Join a globally recognized travel platform as Japan Legal Counsel, acting as the sole legal advisor for their Japan operations. In this standalone role, you will provide comprehensive legal support, manage commercial agreements, and ensure regulatory compliance while reporting to regional legal leadership.
Key Responsibilities
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Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (JP/EN) with suppliers and partners
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Advise on Japanese legal compliance, including data privacy, tourism, and consumer protection laws
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Provide HR-related legal guidance and support labor law compliance
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Resolve customer-related disputes with legal insight and tact
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Develop legal templates, standardize processes, and deliver in-house legal training
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
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5+ years of legal experience in-house or in a law firm
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Deep knowledge of Japanese commercial and labor law
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Track record of handling cross-functional legal matters independently
Soft Skills:
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Strong sense of ownership and accountability
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Agile communicator who can adapt in multicultural, cross-border teams
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Hands-on mindset with the ability to manage legal issues proactively
Language Requirements
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
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Legal support experience in travel, e-commerce, or consumer-facing platforms
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Experience negotiating contracts across borders and designing compliance policies
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Bengoshi qualification is a strong advantage, though not required
About the Company
Our client is a global travel tech leader with over 30,000 employees across 30 countries. They provide 24/7 multilingual customer support and continue expanding in the Japan market. The legal counsel role is a strategic, standalone position supporting Japan operations while collaborating regionally.
Why You'll Love Working Here
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Flexible start times and hybrid work options after probation
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Minimal overtime and strong commitment to work-life balance
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Stable, global company with regional legal collaboration
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High autonomy and ownership in legal strategy and execution
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Opportunity to shape legal infrastructure for a growing Japan business
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