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    Legal Officer - English Contracts | M&A Legal | Tokyo

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    3 days ago
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    Legal Officer - English Contracts | M&A Legal | Tokyo

    Tokyo Permanent Competitive English: Intermediate/Business Japanese: Native

    Legal Officer - English Contracts | M&A Legal | Tokyo

    About the job

    Join a fast-growing, tech-enabled M&A advisory firm as a Legal Officer and contribute to shaping the company's legal operations from an early stage. This role is ideal for a Japanese-qualified attorney seeking exposure to English contracts, M&A law, and legal tech while working in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. You'll play a critical part in building legal infrastructure and supporting cross-border transactions.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Draft and review contracts (primarily in Japanese) with oversight from senior legal staff
    • Provide internal legal counsel and support cross-departmental consultations
    • Help establish internal legal infrastructure, policies, and training programs
    • Support corporate governance, including shareholder meeting preparations
    • Contribute to M&A transactions and business succession matters, including cross-border legal work

    Required Skills and Qualifications

    Experience:

    • Japanese-qualified attorney (Bengoshi) with at least 1 year of experience in a law firm or in-house
    • Interest or experience in reviewing English-language contracts
    • Exposure to M&A or cross-border legal matters is highly valued

    Soft Skills:

    • Strong communication skills and the ability to work proactively
    • Detail-oriented, team player with a genuine interest in legal innovation

    Language Requirements
    Japanese: Native level
    English: Intermediate to Business level

    Preferred Skills & Qualifications

    • Familiarity with legal tech or digital tools for in-house legal operations
    • Experience in corporate law, business succession, or investment advisory

    About the Company
    Our client is a rapidly scaling, AI-powered M&A firm solving Japan's pressing business succession challenges. With a strong mission to revitalize the economy through innovation, the company offers a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment where legal professionals can help shape a new generation of corporate growth and governance.

    Why You'll Love Working Here

    • Opportunity to build legal frameworks from the ground up
    • Exposure to fast-paced M&A, legal tech, and cross-border work
    • Supportive, forward-thinking team environment
    • High-impact role within an ambitious and purpose-driven organization
    • Competitive salary and central Tokyo location

    Don't Miss Out - Apply Now!

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