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    Legal Manager (No License Needed) - Tokyo Consulting Group

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    Legal Manager (No License Needed) - Tokyo Consulting Group

    Tokyo Permanent Competitive English: Conversational Japanese: Native

    Legal Manager (No License Needed) - Tokyo Consulting Group

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    About the job

    Join a rapidly growing consulting and tech-driven business group headquartered in central Tokyo. As a Legal Manager (Non-Qualified), you'll lead the foundational build-out of the company's legal function, working directly with leadership. This high-impact role involves legal operations, contract management, and internal process setup as the group continues to expand through M&A and digital transformation initiatives.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, partners, and suppliers.
    • Provide legal advice to internal teams, particularly sales and operations.
    • Establish internal legal processes and manage documentation systems.
    • Collaborate with executives and business units to identify and mitigate legal risks.
    • Mentor and lead a junior legal specialist (future hire).

    Required Skills and Qualifications

    Experience:

    • Minimum 5 years of experience in legal roles handling commercial contracts.
    • Native-level Japanese fluency.

    Legal Requirements:

    • No legal qualification required.

    Soft Skills:

    • Self-driven, pragmatic, and hands-on work ethic.
    • Flexible mindset to adapt in a fast-paced, scaling organization.

    Language Requirements

    • Japanese: Native
    • English: Conversational

    Preferred Skills & Qualifications

    • Background in consulting, IT, or staffing/SES industries.
    • Experience building legal operations from scratch, especially in startups.
    • Chinese language ability is a plus.

    About the Company

    Our client is a fast-scaling business group offering integrated consulting, system development, and digital transformation services. Since launching in 2023, the group has grown to over 600 employees across multiple group companies, driven by strategic M&A and strong client demand. The company operates from a centrally located Tokyo office with a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.

    Why You'll Love Working Here

    • Key legal leadership role with real influence and visibility.
    • Be part of a fast-growth business with modern systems and strategy.
    • Flexible working style and supportive leadership.
    • Strong compensation package with career development potential.
    • Dynamic culture at the intersection of consulting, technology, and innovation.

    Don't Miss Out - Apply Now!

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