Join the internal legal team of a major Japanese financial group as a Legal Officer supporting system planning and IT transformation. You'll provide legal guidance on high-value technology procurement and development projects, playing a critical role in ensuring contract integrity, compliance, and strategic alignment.
Key Responsibilities
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Draft, review, and negotiate IT development and procurement contracts, including cross-border agreements
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Provide legal support across large-scale tech projects in system planning
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Build and maintain contract governance frameworks for internal IT teams
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Conduct legal risk assessments and deliver training to system department staff
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Collaborate with global vendors, external counsel, and internal legal teams
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Monitor regulatory changes in tech law and communicate risk implications
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
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3+ years of legal or contract management experience in-house or at a law firm
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Deep understanding of contracts related to IT procurement or system development
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Familiarity with Japanese and international contracting standards
Soft Skills:
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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
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Logical, structured problem-solving with a proactive mindset
Language Requirements
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
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Experience in financial institutions, system integrators, or tech vendors
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Legal or IT certifications such as Bengoshi, IT Passport, or Applied Information Technology Engineer
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Experience negotiating with overseas vendors or working within global governance frameworks
About the Company
This role sits within the System Planning Department of a well-established Japanese financial group. The team leads digital transformation initiatives and works on large-scale IT investments involving global vendors. You'll work closely with legal experts and technical stakeholders to shape the future of financial technology infrastructure.
Why You'll Love Working Here
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Hybrid work model with structured workflows and minimal overtime
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Opportunity to support high-impact IT projects from a legal perspective
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Transparent management style and strong internal legal support
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Stable company environment with global exposure
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Team-oriented culture with career development opportunities
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