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| Hiring Company | 外資系企業 |
| Location | Tokyo - 23 Wards |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 10 million yen ~ Negotiable, based on experience |
【求人No NJB2314882】
Key Responsibilities
Act as a strategic legal partner to business teams and corporate functions aligning legal support with business priorities.
Draft review negotiate and manage a wide range of commercial agreements including licensing collaborations and strategic partnerships.
Support complex corporate transactions such as M A divestitures and joint ventures.
Provide legal guidance on business development and alliance management initiatives.
Manage legal disputes including litigation arbitration and regulatory investigations in collaboration with external counsel.
Deliver legal training programs to enhance legal compliance and awareness across the organization.
Share knowledge and skills with team members and contribute to the development of Legal team capabilities.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments assess business impact and advise stakeholders accordingly.
Drive operational excellence by leveraging digital tools and legal technology to streamline workflows and enhance the visibility and strategic value of the Legal function across the organization.
Represent the company in industry associations and external forums to influence policy and build strategic networks.
| Minimum Experience Level | No experience |
| Career Level | Mid Career |
| Minimum English Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Japanese Level | Native |
| Minimum Education Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Visa Status | Permission to work in Japan required |
Technical Expertise
Advanced legal expertise developed through extensive experience as a corporate legal counsel or attorney with strong analytical and problem solving capabilities.
High standard of integrity consistently demonstrating ethical judgment transparency and accountability in all legal and business matters.
Proficiency in legal research and drafting
Understanding of pharmaceutical/healthcare regulatory frameworks
Familiarity with industry codes (e.g. JPMA IFPMA) and compliance standards
Knowledge of corporate governance antitrust and data privacy laws
Fluency in Microsoft Officem Gen AI and legal tech tools
Experience
Minimum 7 years of post qualified legal experience including time in private practice and/or in house roles in multinational companies.
Experience in the pharmaceutical life sciences or healthcare sector is a plus.
Proven track record in managing complex transactions and cross border legal matters
Education / Certification
Law degree from a reputable institution; JD or LL.M. preferred
Admission to practice law in Japan is required; additional international qualifications are a plus
Language Proficiency
Fluent in both Japanese and English with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 10 million yen ~ Negotiable, based on experience |
| Work Hours | 09:00 ~ 17:45 |
| Holidays | 詳細は求人ご紹介時にご案内いたします。 |
| Industry | Pharmaceutical |
| Company Type | International Company |