3 results for Private Practice Senior Associate jobs

M&A Sr. Associate

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
20.0M - 25.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile A leading global insurance and risk advisory group is seeking an M&A lawyer to join its growing M&A practice in Tokyo. This is a client-facing advisory and insurance-broking role rather than a traditional in-house legal position, offering the opportunity to apply transactional legal expertise in a commercial and revenue-generating environment. The Role<ul><li>Review M&A transactions and identify legal, tax, cyber and other potential risks.</li><li>Advise corporate, private equity, infrastructure and investment clients on W&I, tax liability, contingent-risk and other M&A-related insurance solutions.</li><li>Collect transaction information, obtain and negotiate quotations from insurers, and present proposed solutions to clients.</li><li>Coordinate the underwriting process through policy inception, transaction closing and post-closing servicing.</li><li>Conduct insurance due diligence and support portfolio-related advisory engagements.</li><li>Manage relationships with clients, insurers, law firms, private equity funds and other advisers.</li><li>Support business development by identifying opportunities, building market relationships and converting opportunities into engagements.</li><li>Prepare presentations, articles and other materials promoting the team's capabilities.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Qualified lawyer in Japan or another jurisdiction.</li><li>M&A transactional experience, ideally gained within a law firm.</li><li>Experience reviewing transaction documents, conducting due diligence and identifying deal-related risks.</li><li>Fluent Japanese and business-level or fluent English.</li><li>Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.</li><li>Commercial mindset and interest in developing client relationships and new business.</li><li>Willingness to transition from traditional legal practice into an advisory and revenue-generating position.</li><li>Previous insurance experience is beneficial but not required.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Continue working closely with M&A transactions while moving beyond conventional legal practice.</li><li>Apply legal expertise within a commercial, client-facing advisory role.</li><li>Advise leading corporations, private equity firms and investors on complex domestic and cross-border transactions.</li><li>Join a growing Japan M&A practice within a well-established global organization.</li><li>Work alongside professionals from legal, tax, accounting, insurance and risk backgrounds.</li><li>Receive training in W&I and other transactional risk-insurance solutions; prior insurance experience is not required.</li><li>Flexible working arrangement with approximately 50% work from home.</li><li>Competitive base compensation of approximately JPY 23 million, with potential flexibility depending on experience.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary20 - 25 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013502806 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFsZS5JYmFkdXJyYWhtYW4uODc1MzcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-15T01:18:57Z

In-House Head of Legal

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
17.0M - 30.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA globally recognized technology company at the forefront of semiconductor innovation is seeking a senior legal professional to lead its Legal & 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. The Role<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 & 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 & 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 & 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> Your Skills <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> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Lead the Legal & 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 & 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> Location Tokyo Salary17 - 30 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013487968 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFsZS5JYmFkdXJyYWhtYW4uODc0MzUuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-17T04:44:22Z

In-House Head of Legal

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
15.0M - 23.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileAn 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. The Role 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. Key Responsibilities<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> Your Skills Ideal Candidate Profile<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> Key Highlights of the Role <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> Location Tokyo Salary15 - 23 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013479160 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjE4MzMxLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-31T00:33:43Z