Corporate Lawyer

Job Description

Exciting opportunity for a skilled corporate lawyer. Join a reputable team, handle challenging transactions, and advance your career with this prestigious opportunity.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, contract drafting, and corporate governance.
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for potential transactions, identifying legal issues and proposing solutions.
• Draft and negotiate legal agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, and compliance, to support business objectives.
• Stay updated on changes in corporate laws and regulations, advising clients on potential impacts and recommending appropriate actions.

Required skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing corporate law at a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.
• Proven track record in handling a variety of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, and experience in advising clients on corporate governance matters, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance.
• Fluency in Japanese required

Preferred skills

• Strong knowledge of corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and contract drafting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify legal issues, assess risks, and provide strategic advice.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills to collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.

About our client

Foreign Law Firm. Role only open to applicants who are working (or worked in the past) in Japan