Legal VP 法務副社長 | Investment Management - Competitive salary, Hybrid work, Career path to MD
Overview
Our client is a leading foreign asset management company in Japan seeking a Legal VP for a brand new role supporting investment management and fund activities. This position offers a direct career path to Managing Director and the chance to work on a new fund launch with a prestigious banking partner. The role features a highly competitive salary of JPY 25M, a hybrid work style with two days remote, and employment in a 100% employee-owned company.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide legal support for investment fund formation and management
Advise on regulatory filings with FSA for investment trusts and funds
Support legal matters for private equity, direct lending, and real estate investments
Advise on sub-advisory arrangements and local distribution agreements
Provide corporate legal advice on shareholder and board meeting procedures
Handle employment and labor law issues within the company
Monitor and interpret changes in Japanese financial and corporate regulations
Coordinate legal support for Korean subsidiary’s investment structures
Draft and negotiate contracts related to investment management and fund activities
Report regularly to senior management on legal risks and compliance status
Lead legal due diligence for new fund launches and partnerships
Requirements:
Bengoshi qualification (mandatory)
Native Japanese language proficiency (mandatory)
Business-level English proficiency (mandatory)
3+ years legal experience in finance or asset management (mandatory)
Experience with FIEA and FSA regulatory filings
Knowledge of investment fund structures including private equity and real estate funds
Expertise in corporate law including shareholder and board meeting procedures
Familiarity with employment and labor law in Japan
Experience advising on sub-advisory and distribution agreements
Ability to monitor and interpret changes in Japanese financial regulations
Experience working with Korean subsidiary legal matters is preferred but not mandatory
Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
Experience with discretionary investment management and model portfolio services