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Legal Jobs in Tokyo

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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コンプライアンススペシャリスト// Compliance Officer

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Salary: ¥6,700,000 - ¥9,600,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 9 July 2026

世界最大級の商用車メーカーの金融サービス部門企業にてコンプライアンススペシャリストの募集がございます。法務・コンプライアンス部門の責任者をサポートし、法的リスク管理とコンプライアンス遵守を推進いただきます。ハイブリッド勤務が可能です。
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法務・コンプライアンスマネージャー/ Legal & Compliance Manager

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Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 6 July 2026

A global logistics company is searching for a Legal & Compliance Manager. The chosen candidate will manage legal and compliance operations by overseeing contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing legal support across the business.
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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: 26 June 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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シニアリーガルカウンセル/ Senior Legal Counsel

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

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 26 June 2026

An international financial institution is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel. The selected candidate will manage legal matters across financial transactions, provide strategic legal advice, and support business units through governance, compliance, and contract management.
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法務顧問/ Legal Counsel

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Salary: ¥20,000,000 - ¥24,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 26 June 2026

A leading private investment banking organisation is looking for a Legal Counsel. The selected candidate will advise on legal, regulatory, documentation, governance, and risk-related matters across APAC business activities.
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法務・コンプライアンスマネージャー/ Legal & Compliance Counsel Manager

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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 25 June 2026

A multinational healthcare technology company is seeking a Legal and Compliance Counsel Manager. The selected candidate will provide in-house legal support, manage compliance risks, and advise the business on legal, regulatory, and governance matters. This is a hybrid setup role.
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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: 25 June 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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オペレーショナルリスク管理/ Operational Risk Management

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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 24 June 2026

A renowned financial services company is seeking an Operational Risk Management Team Member. The selected candidate will support risk assessment, analysis, and process improvement across the organisation.
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コンプライアンス/ Compliance

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Salary: ¥15,000,000 - ¥16,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 23 June 2026

A renowned internet company is looking for a Compliance professional. The selected candidate will manage import, product, advertising, and marketplace compliance for eCommerce operations.
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法務顧問/ Legal Counsel

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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 22 June 2026

A global energy organisation is seeking a Legal Counsel. The selected candidate will provide legal advisory, contract negotiation, and compliance support across onshore wind projects while managing legal risks and supporting business operations across the APAC region.
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