Legal Specialist Tokyo - Pre-IPO Tech Company Role

Join a fast-growing Japanese tech company undergoing strategic transformation toward an IPO. As a Legal Specialist, you will support a wide range of legal and governance functions-from commercial contract management to internal regulatory compliance. This role is ideal for someone seeking exposure to IPO readiness, cutting-edge technology, and legal operations improvement in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and support negotiation of approx. 80 contracts/month (90% Japanese, 10% English)
• Manage contract templates, ensure legal compliance, and oversee internal policies and documents
• Collaborate with internal departments and external legal counsel to support business goals
• Support corporate governance, including preparation for shareholder and board meetings
• Utilize AI-based legal tools to improve efficiency and mitigate risk during company growth

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of legal experience in a corporate legal department or law firm
• Solid understanding of Japanese commercial law and corporate governance procedures

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in contract review, legal compliance, and document management
• English reading/writing at a business level

Soft Skills:

• High level of ownership and collaboration
• Analytical, proactive, and able to distill complex legal concepts into actionable advice

Language Requirements

• Japanese: Native
• English: Conversational to Business (reading/writing essential)

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in IP licensing, contract lifecycle management, or legal work in software/tech companies
• Legal support experience in a pre-IPO or venture-stage company
• Exposure to legal infrastructure development or legal tech tools

About the Company

With a 30-year legacy in digital engineering and MBD/CAE solutions, this Japanese technology firm is preparing for IPO with ambitious growth plans. The legal team plays a pivotal role in enabling innovation, governance, and risk management through agile and cross-functional collaboration.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to shape legal operations during IPO transformation
• Gain wide-ranging experience across commercial and governance matters
• Collaborate with seasoned professionals in a fast-paced environment
• Be part of a business that values innovation, ownership, and strategic thinking
• Competitive salary and room to grow into a leadership role

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