Play a pivotal role in shaping the legal foundation of a fast-growing joint venture redefining mobility. As a Legal Counsel, you'll lead data privacy compliance, support international expansion, and build scalable legal systems from Tokyo for a global operation. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership in a forward-thinking, tech-driven environment where legal innovation drives growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure data privacy compliance across Japan and North America, especially for product launches in California.
- Review, draft, and negotiate high-volume contracts (60-100/month) in both English and Japanese, balancing legal clarity with business needs.
- Build governance and compliance systems for HQ and overseas subsidiaries, supporting long-term risk management.
- Provide legal counsel on global business expansion, including regulatory research, litigation risk analysis, and commercial structuring.
- Develop internal legal literacy, creating training programs and guidelines that empower teams and reinforce cross-functional compliance.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years in legal roles within corporations, law firms, or NPOs.
Languages:
- Japanese: Native-level proficiency (JLPT N1 or equivalent).
- English: Strong business proficiency (TOEIC 800+ or equivalent).
Other Skills:
- Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments, including communication with global legal teams.
- Strong written and verbal skills in both Japanese and English.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Legal qualification in Japan, the U.S., or EU.
- Experience with data privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA, GDPR), international compliance, and cross-border legal frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to handle high-volume bilingual contract work.
- Proactive and flexible mindset, with a desire to grow across multiple legal domains.
About the Company
Our client is a newly launched joint venture combining the technical excellence of a legendary automaker with the innovation DNA of a top-tier tech company. From Tokyo, the legal team acts as a global governance hub, building legal systems and compliance structures for future mobility solutions.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive compensation with senior-level ownership and autonomy.
- True flexibility: hybrid work, flex-time, and a results-driven culture.
- International exposure with cross-border legal responsibilities.
- A collaborative, innovative legal team at the heart of a growing business.
- Clear impact on global strategy and legal direction.
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