Principal Counsel, Compliance (Global) - Technology | 20m

Just Legal ·www.justsearchgroup.com

Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Type Full time
Level Principal
Source Shazamme
2025 - Legal
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Our client is a major player in cutting-edge technology, TSE-listed with 20,000+ employees worldwide.
Contact me to learn about their dynamic global footprint and top-notch General Counsel.

I am working directly with the Global GC to identify a Specialist capable of playing a lead role in optimising Compliance & Governance frameworks and practices worldwide.
Practical, relevant in-house experience and passion for your work are more important than legal qualifications.
The position offers broad scope, from policy and training program design, through internal communications, whistleblower reports, and investigations, to shareholder meeting operations.

Requirements
- professional fluency in all aspects of Japanese and English
- experience in Legal, Compliance, or Governance functions
- experience in a publicly-listed Japanese corporation or major MNC or Corporate Law firm or Consulting firm
- a passion for Compliance and its impact on business performance
- curiosity & desire to learn about areas such as AI, IT, and LegalTech
- versatility and adaptability to enjoy the demands of wide-ranging responsibilities

 

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