General Counsel, Japan 法務顧問 | Fashion/Retail (15M+ salary, WFH)
Our client, a globally renowned brand in the fashion and retail industry, is seeking a General Counsel to join their international team. This role offers the opportunity to provide strategic legal counsel across various business functions in Japan, collaborating with a diverse team in a fast-paced, global environment. Enjoy high compensation, work-from-home options, and the chance to work with an international team with regular APAC collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise on commercial matters and business projects
Draft and negotiate complex contracts and transactions
Resolve legal issues related to consumers, partners, and vendors
Collaborate with global legal teams for service improvement
Oversee outside counsel for specific legal matters
Provide legal guidance in Japanese and English
Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent
5+ years experience in law firm or in-house legal counsel
Fluency in Japanese and English, oral and written
Experience in commercial, consumer, advertisement, and competition law
Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts
Experience in the fashion or retail industry is preferred but not mandatory
Experience with international legal teams is preferred but not mandatory