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Legal Counsel - Global MNC

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Job Description:

Legal Counsel – Global Renewable Energy Corporation

THE ROLE

A Global Renewable Energy corporation is rapidly expanding their operations in Japan and they are seeking a Legal Counsel based in Tokyo to support the growth of its operations in Japan as well as its operations throughout APAC.  This is a key role in the APAC operations and is looking for someone that has experience working with multiple different regulations in different countries in APAC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Advise on general legal, regulatory and compliance matters with respect to ongoing business activities in Japan and elsewhere.
  • Act as a business partner across the various functions in order to support the achievement of the organization’s financial and operational goals and strategies.
  • Advise on consumer protection and data privacy issues.
  • Advise on and implement compliance measures and assess potential risk in situations where there might be alternative interpretations.
  • Review and negotiate lease agreements for service centres, retail locations
  • Manage external counsel to address specific and discrete legal issues.
  • Review and negotiate general commercial contracts.
  • Review labour contracts and advise on employment law issues.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Qualification in Japan and solid working knowledge of Japanese law in the subject areas.
  • Excellent academic credentials from a top-ranked law school.
  • Minimum of 5 years with a top-tier international law firm or top multinational company, with strong experience in legal compliance.
  • Fluency in English and Japanese.
  • Ability to make sound business decisions quickly and in the face of ambiguity and uncertainty.
  • Strong command of the details of relevant laws and regulations, but with an ability to make these laws and regulations understandable and actionable for a business audience.
  • Ability to identify issues and propose and implement practical solutions quickly.
  • Strong communication, writing, presentation and organizational skills.
  • Desire to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment.
  • A creative problem solver who is open to new ideas and new approaches.
  • Job Type

    Permanent, Full Time

  • Work Authorisation

    United Kingdom

  • Industry Sector Transport, Logistics