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In-House Legal Counsel
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 15.0M - 25.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A global real estate investment and asset management firm with an established presence in Japan is seeking a senior legal professional to support its growing data center and logistics businesses. The company offers an international working environment, flexible working arrangements, and a flat, open culture.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Provide legal, compliance, and governance support across data center and logistics projects, domestic fund formation, and capital raising.</li><li>Advise throughout the real estate investment lifecycle, including land acquisition, development, financing, leasing, asset management, and equity fundraising.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate agreements in Japanese and English, including real estate, fund, investor, financing, construction, and commercial contracts.</li><li>Support asset securitization plans and related regulatory filings, coordinating with external counsel and professional advisers.</li><li>Partner with business teams, overseas fund management teams, and global legal colleagues to deliver projects in line with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Report to the COO and collaborate with the global functional team, handling complex legal matters with a high degree of independence.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>At least 8 years of legal experience in real estate, investments, or project finance.</li><li>Fluent Japanese and strong business-level English, with the ability to review and negotiate contracts in both languages.</li><li>Experience supporting data center projects is highly desirable.</li><li>Experience in real estate funds, financing, development, or capital raising would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work independently across international and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Legal qualification is welcome but not required.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Play a key role in a growing data center business alongside established logistics investments.</li><li>Gain broad exposure across the full real estate investment and fund lifecycle.</li><li>Work closely with senior leadership and international teams across APAC.</li><li>Join a flat, open culture with flexible working arrangements.</li><li>Tokyo-based opportunity at Director or Senior Manager level.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>15 - 25 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013521205</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFsZS5JYmFkdXJyYWhtYW4uMDA0OTcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-10-14T06:08:49Z
In-House Head of Legal
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 17.0M - 30.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A globally recognized technology company at the forefront of semiconductor innovation is seeking a senior legal professional to lead its Legal &amp; Compliance function in Japan. The organization operates in a highly international environment, working closely with some of the world's leading technology manufacturers while supporting the continued advancement of AI, automotive, and next-generation computing technologies.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>This is a newly created leadership position established as the company continues to expand its Japan business. The function has previously been supported by the regional team, and the organization is now investing in a dedicated Japan Head of Legal &amp; Compliance.</li><li>As the senior legal advisor to the Japan leadership team, you will provide commercially focused legal guidance across a broad range of matters including commercial contracts, corporate governance, compliance, regulatory issues, ethics, investigations, employment, procurement, data privacy, competition law, and dispute management.</li><li>You will act as the primary bridge between the Japan business and the regional/global Legal &amp; Compliance organization, partnering closely with senior stakeholders throughout Asia and global headquarters.</li><li>While this is a standalone leadership role in Japan, you will be supported by an established regional Legal &amp; Compliance team based in Asia, as well as external legal counsel, allowing you to focus on both strategic advisory work and day-to-day legal operations.</li><li>This position offers broad exposure to business strategy, governance, compliance, and commercial decision-making within a complex multinational environment.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified attorney in any jurisdiction.</li><li>Strong legal background combining private practice and in-house experience within an international business environment.</li><li>Broad experience covering commercial contracts, corporate governance, regulatory advisory, compliance, and general corporate legal matters.</li><li>Ability to operate independently while partnering effectively with senior executives across multiple regions and functions.</li><li>Fluent Japanese and business-level English are essential, with confidence communicating directly with regional and global stakeholders.</li><li>Experience working within multinational organizations and matrix reporting structures would be highly advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the Legal &amp; Compliance function for Japan in a newly established leadership position with significant visibility across the business.</li><li>Work directly with Japan leadership while partnering closely with regional and global Legal &amp; Compliance teams, providing genuine international exposure.</li><li>Enjoy the autonomy of leading the Japan function while benefiting from the support of an experienced regional legal team and external counsel.</li><li>Join a globally respected technology company recognized for its innovation, stability, and long-term investment in cutting-edge industries.</li><li>Play a strategic role in enabling business growth by acting as a trusted commercial advisor rather than a purely technical legal function.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>17 - 30 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013487968</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFsZS5JYmFkdXJyYWhtYW4uODc0MzUuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-08-17T04:44:22Z
Senior Legal Counsel | Commercial & Technology Contracts
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 20.0M - 25.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile | 企業概要</strong><br /><br />An established multinational financial services company is seeking an experienced commercial lawyer for its Tokyo legal team. The role provides hands-on legal support to business and corporate functions, with opportunities to collaborate internationally.<br /><br /><strong>The Role | 職務内容</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements covering consulting services, software, data licensing and supplier arrangements.</li><li>Advise business and procurement stakeholders on contractual risks and practical solutions.</li><li>Support complex negotiations, balancing legal protection with commercial priorities.</li><li>Work with legal specialists to resolve privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property and regulatory issues.</li><li>Develop contract templates and internal guidance to improve consistency and efficiency.</li><li>Coordinate external counsel and manage their support as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Skills | 応募資格</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified to practice law in Japan, with a law degree or equivalent.</li><li>At least seven years of relevant commercial contracting experience gained in leading law firms and in-house legal teams.</li><li>Native Japanese and Fluent English (Reporting to the New York Office)</li><li>Strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly for vendor, procurement and technology agreements.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple matters independently and build effective relationships across teams.</li><li>Sound commercial judgment and a practical approach to legal advice.</li><li>Financial services experience is advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role | おすすめのポイント</strong></p><ul><li>Handle a varied portfolio of commercial and technology contracts.</li><li>Partner directly with business stakeholders on negotiations and commercial decisions.</li><li>Collaborate with legal colleagues across jurisdictions and specialist areas.</li><li>Help improve how the organization manages contracts and legal support.</li></ul><p><strong>Location | </strong><strong>勤務地</strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary | </strong><strong>給与</strong></p><p>20 - 25 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number <strong>| </strong><strong>参照番号</strong>: 67040-0013502821</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuMzIyMzMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-09-30T08:01:37Z
In-House Legal Manager
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 18.0M - 23.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Our client is a well-established global healthcare organization with a strong footprint in Japan and across international markets. Due to continued business growth, they are seeking an experienced legal professional to join their team as a Senior Legal Counsel.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As a key member of the legal team, you will provide pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice to business leaders across the organization. You will work closely with both local and international stakeholders, supporting a wide range of legal, contractual, and regulatory matters while helping the business navigate an evolving healthcare landscape.<br /><br />Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Act as a trusted legal advisor and business partner to senior stakeholders across multiple functions</li><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements</li><li>Provide legal support on contract management and risk assessment matters</li><li>Advise on pharmaceutical and healthcare regulatory requirements</li><li>Support product launches, marketing initiatives, and commercial activities from a legal perspective</li><li>Collaborate with compliance, regulatory, medical, and commercial teams to ensure business objectives are achieved responsibly</li><li>Identify legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions</li><li>Support corporate projects, policy development, and other strategic initiatives</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills</li><li>Qualified lawyer or equivalent in-house legal experience</li><li>Strong experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and contract management</li><li>Solid understanding of pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences regulations</li><li>Proven ability to partner effectively with business leaders and influence decision-making</li><li>Comfortable working with both Japanese and international stakeholders</li><li>Able to thrive in a fast-paced, changing, and dynamic business environment</li><li>Strong commercial mindset with a practical approach to problem-solving</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to join a leading multinational healthcare company with a strong market presence</li><li>Highly visible business partnering role supporting commercial and corporate functions</li><li>Broad exposure to legal, compliance, and regulatory matters within a regulated industry</li><li>Collaborative international environment with frequent interaction with global stakeholders</li><li>Dynamic and fast-paced culture where legal is viewed as a strategic business partner</li><li>Attractive compensation package with strong career development opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>18 - 23 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013494473</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjM5NTgwLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-08-28T03:13:40Z
Legal Counsel
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 10.0M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile | 企業概要</strong><br />A global risk advisory and insurance brokerage firm is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its Legal, Compliance and Public Affairs team in Tokyo, supporting commercial transactions, M&amp;A and corporate governance.<br /><br /><strong>The Role | 職務内容</strong></p><ul><li>Review, draft and negotiate domestic and international commercial contracts, including global master service agreements.</li><li>Advise on Japanese legal matters covering corporate governance, M&amp;A, real estate, employment and business structures.</li><li>Support M&amp;A transactions through due diligence, contract negotiation, post-acquisition integration and coordination with external counsel.</li><li>Manage corporate secretarial matters, including board and shareholder meetings, resolutions and governance requirements.</li><li>Support legal and compliance initiatives, legal document management, reporting and cost management.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Your Skills | 応募資格</strong></p><ul><li>Strong expertise in corporate and commercial law, with hands-on M&amp;A transaction experience.</li><li>Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.</li><li>Fluent Japanese and English, with a strong understanding of Japan's business culture, legal environment and compliance requirements.</li><li>Japanese or overseas legal qualifications are preferred. Foreign-qualified attorneys are welcome to apply.</li><li>Applicants must be eligible to work in Japan.</li><li>Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.</li><li>Insurance brokerage or financial advisory industry experience is advantageous.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Key Highlights of the Role | おすすめのポイント<br /></strong></p><ul><li>Join a global firm with a diverse international client portfolio.</li><li>Gain broad exposure to M&amp;A, commercial contracts and corporate governance.</li><li>Work closely with local and international stakeholders on cross-border matters.</li><li>Foreign-qualified attorneys with fluent Japanese and English are welcome.</li><li>Tokyo-based hybrid working arrangement, with at least three days per week in the office.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 15 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013514764</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuNzQwMTIuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-09-30T08:16:38Z
Legal Manager
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 12.0M - 16.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile<br /></strong><br />A leading global industrial technology and manufacturing company providing energy management and automation solutions is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel in Japan.<br /><br /></p><p><strong>The Role </strong></p><ul><li>You will provide strategic legal support to the Japan business, partnering closely with senior leaders and functional teams on commercial, regulatory, and corporate matters.</li><li>You will draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of contracts, including commercial, distribution, software, procurement, construction, and industry-related agreements.</li><li>You will also support litigation, claims, corporate governance, entity management, policy implementation, compliance programs, and legal training.</li><li>Reporting to the General Counsel for East Asia and Japan, you will work autonomously while collaborating with regional and global legal teams. Occasional travel within East Asia may be required.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Your Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Japanese and English are mandatory.</li><li>A qualified lawyer with a Bachelor's degree in Law and at least six years of relevant post-qualification experience is required.</li><li>Strong experience in contract negotiation, drafting, commercial legal advisory, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory matters is essential.</li><li>Previous in-house experience within an international company is preferred.</li><li>A commercially minded, proactive, and highly organized approach with strong stakeholder-management skills is ideal.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-impact legal advice directly to senior business leaders in Japan.</li><li>Manage a broad range of commercial, governance, compliance, and dispute-related matters.</li><li>Collaborate closely with East Asia and global legal teams.</li><li>Take on a high level of responsibility with strong career-development opportunities.</li><li>Join a major multinational organization offering a flexible hybrid working arrangement.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>12 - 16 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013470945</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><p> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuNzU5MjQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-30T01:15:49Z
In-House Head of Legal
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 15.0M - 23.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>An internationally recognized consumer brand is seeking a Legal Manager to Head of Legal to lead legal matters in Japan. This is a highly visible role partnering closely with senior leadership and commercial teams, acting as a trusted advisor to the business while remaining hands-on in day-to-day legal operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong><br /> This opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and wants to play a strategic role in business growth.<br /><br /> Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as the primary legal advisor for the Japan business.</li><li>Provide practical and commercially focused legal guidance to stakeholders across sales, marketing, operations, HR, procurement, and finance.</li><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements.</li><li>Support marketing campaigns, sponsorships, partnerships, digital initiatives, and promotional activities.</li><li>Advise on compliance, corporate governance, regulatory matters, data privacy, competition law, and risk management.</li><li>Manage external counsel and legal budgets where required.</li><li>Partner with regional and global legal teams on strategic projects and cross-border matters.</li><li>Develop legal frameworks and processes that enable business growth while mitigating risk.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><p>Ideal Candidate Profile</p><ul><li>Qualified legal professional with solid in-house and/or private practice experience.</li><li>Experience supporting a consumer, FMCG, retail, sports, entertainment, media, marketing, or multinational business environment is highly desirable.</li><li>Strong business partnering capabilities with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Comfortable operating independently as a hands-on legal lead.</li><li>Fluent Japanese (native-level) and high business-level English required.</li><li>Qualified lawyer status (Japan Bengoshi, overseas qualified lawyer, or equivalent) is preferred but not mandatory.</li><li>Commercially minded, proactive, and solutions-oriented.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to lead the legal function in Japan</li><li>Significant exposure to senior leadership and key business decisions</li><li>Highly collaborative and entrepreneurial culture</li><li>International environment with strong regional and global interaction</li><li>Broad legal scope covering both strategic and operational matters</li><li>Flexible, business-facing role with genuine influence on company growth</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>15 - 23 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013479160</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjE4MzMxLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-31T00:33:43Z
Legal & Compliance
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 10.0M - 13.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Global healthcare and life sciences company is looking for an in-house counsel to support a broad range of legal and compliance matters while partnering closely with the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Provide legal advice and support to various business functions, acting as a trusted legal partner to the business.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including matters involving overseas parties and complex legal issues.</li><li>Support compliance and corporate ethics initiatives, including training, audits, and internal investigations.</li><li>Work closely with external counsel on specialist legal matters.</li><li>Contribute to improving legal operations through process enhancement, legal technology, AI utilization, and legal DX.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Japanese-qualified attorney (Bengoshi) is mandatory.</li><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English are required.</li><li>3-7 years of practical legal experience is preferred, although strong potential and motivation will also be considered.</li><li>In-house experience is welcome but not essential.</li><li>Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple internal stakeholders.</li><li>Commercially minded, proactive, and interested in improving legal processes beyond traditional legal advisory work.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Join a global organization and work across both Legal and Compliance.</li><li>Act as a trusted business partner, providing practical legal advice beyond traditional contract review.</li><li>Opportunity to contribute to legal transformation, including AI utilization and legal DX.</li><li>Gain broad exposure to complex commercial, compliance, and cross-border matters.</li><li>Collaborative team environment with strong opportunities to make a visible impact.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 13 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013504565</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuMzI3NTcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-10-05T04:53:30Z
In-House Head of Legal
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 1.5M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p style="display: inline !important;"><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A major Japanese-listed group is seeking a bilingual legal, risk and corporate-services professional to join the executive leadership team of its established Australian subsidiary. Following an initial training and transition period in Tokyo, the successful candidate will relocate to Sydney and serve as the principal bridge between the Australian business and its Japanese headquarters.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the local CEO, Executive Leadership Team and Board on legal, risk, compliance, governance and broader corporate-services matters.</li><li>Lead and continually develop the company's legal, enterprise risk, compliance and corporate-governance frameworks.</li><li>Advise on major customer, supplier, technology, property and other commercial agreements.</li><li>Oversee disputes, regulatory matters, external legal advisers, compliance incidents and investigations.</li><li>Prepare Board papers and provide recommendations concerning legal, governance, risk and compliance matters.</li><li>Establish the organization's risk appetite and oversee operational risk, business continuity, crisis management and incident-response frameworks.</li><li>Provide executive oversight of People &amp; Culture, workplace health and safety, operational standards and offshore shared-service functions.</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, business transformation and new commercial opportunities.</li><li>Coordinate closely with the Japanese parent company and align the Australian business with group policies and reporting requirements.</li><li>Complete an initial training and transition period of approximately three months in Tokyo before relocating to Sydney.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>At least eight years of combined experience across legal, risk, compliance, governance, human resources or corporate services.</li><li>A degree in law, business, commerce, risk management or a related discipline.</li><li>Legal qualification or eligibility to hold a practising certificate is preferred but not mandatory.</li><li>Experience working with senior management, Boards, external advisers and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Management experience, including the supervision of employees, external consultants or professional advisers.</li><li>Strong commercial judgment and the ability to provide practical, business-focused advice.</li><li>Fluent Japanese and English, with the ability to report to headquarters in Japanese and manage local stakeholders in English.</li><li>Experience within an international organization or supporting overseas operations.</li><li>Willingness to undertake training in Tokyo and subsequently relocate to Sydney.</li><li>Applications must include both English and Japanese résumés.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Relocate to Sydney and develop an international leadership career within an established Australia and New Zealand business.</li><li>Join the company's executive leadership structure and work closely with the local CEO and Board.</li><li>Oversee a broad portfolio spanning legal, risk, compliance, governance, People &amp; Culture and operational controls.</li><li>Act as the principal link between the Australian subsidiary and its Japanese-listed parent company.</li><li>Receive company support for visa sponsorship, relocation, housing and eligible family-related arrangements.</li><li>Begin with structured training and handover at the group headquarters in Tokyo.</li><li>Join an established regional operation with approximately 1,000 employees across Australia and New Zealand.</li><li>Initial Japan compensation is expected to be approximately JPY 11-14 million, with flexibility depending on experience. Compensation will be adjusted to the local Australian market following relocation.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>11 - 15 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013501225</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFsZS5JYmFkdXJyYWhtYW4uMzYwMzMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-09-15T02:00:59Z
Legal Staff
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 8.0M - 11.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A global digital content and entertainment company operating one of Japan's leading electronic comic platforms is looking for a Legal professional to support its growing business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Provide legal advice across consumer protection, payments, privacy, customer support, and other regulatory matters.</li><li>Review and draft a wide range of commercial agreements, including publishing, licensing, IP, advertising, outsourcing, and confidentiality agreements.</li><li>Support IP matters including patents, trademarks, licensing, and content-related rights, as well as M&amp;A and investment transactions.</li><li>Handle compliance frameworks, regulatory filings, legal research, disputes, and internal and external audit matters.</li><li>Approximately 30% of contracts are currently in English, with the proportion expected to increase as the business expands globally.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of professional experience, including 3+ years of in-house legal experience within the content industry.</li><li>Strong corporate legal and commercial contract experience.</li><li>Experience drafting and reviewing English-language contracts is beneficial.</li><li>Legal qualifications such as Attorney, Judicial Scrivener, Administrative Scrivener, or Business Law Examination Level 2+ are preferred.</li><li>English and/or Korean language capability is advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Join a growing global digital content business with significant international exposure.</li><li>Gain broad legal experience across commercial contracts, IP, regulatory, compliance, M&amp;A, and governance.</li><li>Work on cross-border matters as the company continues its global expansion.</li><li>Opportunity to expand into board governance, whistleblowing, and incentive compensation matters depending on experience and interest.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>8 - 11 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013479179</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><p><br /> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuNjIzOTIuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-08-12T07:28:00Z