法務アシスタント/ Legal Assistant

A global investment management firm is seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal. The selected candidate will provide legal and compliance support for Japan-based transactions, projects, and operations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support for Japan-based engagement, strategic investments, and projects
• Manage and coordinate litigation matters, including appraisal rights cases
• Draft and review legal documents such as NDAs, POAs, shareholder notices, and agreements
• Assist in preparing board resolutions, deal transaction documents, vendor agreements, and fund offering documents
• Support compliance functions for the Japan market and Japanese language requirements
• Manage KYC/AML information requests and due diligence on trading counterparties and vendors
• Oversee account opening processes for trading-related accounts and services
• Maintain and organise corporate documents and records in local and virtual data rooms
• Coordinate with Operations and Finance departments on documentation and procedural tasks

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Laws
• More than 2 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
• Experience or knowledge in tech and AI-related topics (ChatGPT) is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Native level Japanese; fluent written and verbal English

About the Company:

A leading global investment firm with a strong track record of delivering innovative strategies and exceptional results across diverse markets. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional growth, it empowers talented individuals to thrive while making a meaningful impact in the financial industry.

Keywords:

リーガルアシスタント, パラリーガル, 法務サポート, コンプライアンス, 取引契約, 訴訟管理, 文書管理, 投資管理, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 2W9RMH