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In-house Legal Jobs

Robert Walters recruits legal professionals for both permanent and contract roles across Japan. With strong networks in Tokyo and Osaka, and other major cities, we support law firms, multinational corporations, and organisations across various industries. Our roles are tailored for experienced, Japanese-speaking professionals seeking legal career opportunities in Japan’s key business hubs, from corporate counsel and compliance to legal operations and advisory functions.

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ハードウェアエンジニアリング担当法務ディレクター/ Legal Director, Hardware Engineering

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Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥18,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 8 November 2026

A global entertainment company is looking for a Legal Director, Hardware Engineering. The selected candidate will advise on contracts, regulatory and geopolitical risks, strategic legal matters, and support senior leaders and engineering teams.
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シニア法務顧問/ Senior Legal Counsel

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Salary: ¥20,000,000 - ¥25,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 27 October 2026

A renowned data centre services company is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel. The chosen applicant will be responsible for serving as a trusted legal advisor supporting the company’s growth across Asia Pacific. This is a hybrid role.
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法務顧問/ Legal Counsel

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Salary: ¥14,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 25 October 2026

A multinational consumer goods company is seeking a Legal Counsel. The selected candidate will provide commercial legal advice, manage legal risks, support contract management, and partner with business stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective legal operations.
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法務顧問/ Legal Counsel

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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥30,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 23 October 2026

A global financial institution is looking for a Legal Counsel. The selected candidate will provide legal support on financing transactions, manage legal and regulatory risks, negotiate documentation, and advise stakeholders on banking and finance matters. This is a hybrid setup role.
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法務マネージャー/ Legal Manager

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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 22 October 2026

A global transport and logistics company is seeking a Legal Manager to oversee legal affairs, ensure regulatory compliance, manage contractual risks, and provide strategic legal advice to support business objectives.
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Head of Legal

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Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 18 October 2026

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Head of Legal. The selected candidate will manage contracts, support Japan Business Development transactions, oversee the Japan Legal function, and coordinate with the Global Legal team, external law firms, patent attorneys, and other specialists. This is a hybrid setup role.
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法務顧問/ Legal Counsel

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Salary: ¥15,000,000 - ¥25,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 11 October 2026

A global financial services company is looking for a Legal Counsel. The selected candidate will oversee contract management, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide legal guidance across business functions.
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投資法務シニアアソシエイト/ Legal Investments Sr. Associate

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Salary: ¥15,000,000 - ¥20,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 10 October 2026

A multinational investment and asset management organisation is seeking a Senior Associate, Investments - Legal. The selected candidate will provide strategic legal advice, lead transaction execution and investment consortium arrangements, and support corporate securities matters across Japan and the wider Asia Pacific region.
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企業法務担当/ Corporate Counsel

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Salary: ¥18,000,000 - ¥20,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 10 October 2026

A leading collectibles and authentication company is seeking a Corporate Counsel. The selected candidate will support the General Counsel, US-based legal team, General Manager and senior leaders in managing the Japan office’s legal needs. This is a hybrid setup role.
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商業契約マネージャー/ Commercial Contracts Manager

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Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 10 October 2026

A global financial services company is looking for a Commercial Contracts Manager. The selected candidate will lead commercial contracting for Japan, advise business teams, manage Japanese execution requirements, and support broader legal operations. This is a flexi-time and contract role.
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