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    Junior Legal Officer-Space & Emerging Technologies in Tokyo

    TokyoPermanent¥5.5M to ¥8M
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    Junior Legal Officer-Space & Emerging Technologies in Tokyo

    Tokyo Permanent ¥5.5M to ¥8M English: Intermediate/Business Japanese: Native

    Junior Legal Officer-Space & Emerging Technologies in Tokyo

    About the job

    Join a pioneering deep-tech space exploration company leading the future of lunar missions. As a Junior Legal Officer, you will support contracts, compliance, and corporate governance while collaborating with global partners. This is an opportunity to build your legal career at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and help shape the future of the space economy.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts in Japanese and English, including NDAs, business agreements, and procurement contracts.
    • Manage compliance frameworks, including internal rules, training programs, and regulatory checks.
    • Prepare shareholder meeting documents and support legal registrations.
    • Assist with board of directors' meetings, including drafting notices, minutes, and handling registrations.
    • Support stock option registration processes in coordination with HR.
    • Assist in obtaining government permits and approvals for business operations.
    • Collaborate with external legal professionals and advisors on complex legal matters.

    Required Skills and Qualifications

    Education & Experience:
    • Graduation from a Japanese university law faculty or law school, or experience with the Japanese bar exam.

    • 1-3 years of corporate legal experience in a company setting.

    Technical & Professional Skills:
    • Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills in Japanese and English.
    • Experience supporting shareholder and board of directors' meetings under Japanese law.
    • Business-level English proficiency and global communication skills.
    Soft Skills:
    • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
    • Ability to work proactively and adapt in a fast-moving environment.
    • Collaborative mindset with flexibility and maturity.
    Language Requirements
    • Japanese: Native level (essential for legal documentation and internal communication).
    • English: Intermediate to business level (required for international collaboration).

    Preferred Skills & Qualifications

    • Experience in the space or deep-tech industry.
    • Advanced English contract drafting ability.

    About the Company

    • Our client is a Japanese deep-tech company driving the future of lunar exploration. With multiple missions planned and partnerships with global space agencies, the company is creating a sustainable lunar economy and expanding humanity's presence beyond Earth.

    Why You'll Love Working Here

    • Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects in the global space sector.
    • Exposure to diverse legal matters spanning contracts, compliance, and governance.
    • Collaborative and mission-driven culture shaping the future of space exploration.
    • Dynamic international environment focused on cutting-edge technology.
    • Hybrid and flexible work arrangements that support professional growth.

    Don't Miss Out - Apply Now!

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