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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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法務契約マネージャー/ Legal Contract Manager

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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 25 May 2026

A global electronic solutions company is looking for a Legal Contract Manager. The selected candidate will lead contract structuring, negotiation, risk management, compliance support, and legal guidance across bid and project phases. This is a hybrid role.
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サブジェクトマターエキスパート/ Subject Matter Expert

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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 25 May 2026

A multinational information technology company is looking for a Subject Matter Expert. The selected candidate will support sales, enablement, product strategy, and market engagement for AI-driven IP technology solutions.
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法律顧問/ Legal Counsel

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Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 24 May 2026

A private banking institution is searching for a Legal Counsel. The chosen applicant will provide legal support on regulatory matters, contracts, and compliance. This is a temp role.
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模倣品対策リード// Anti-Counterfeit Lead

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

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 22 May 2026

外資系ラグジュアリーブランドにて、模倣品対策リードの募集です。急速に変化するビジネスや規制環境の中で、ブランドを守り、さらなる価値向上を目指す重要なポジションです。週2日の在宅勤務が可能です。
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ジュニア法務顧問/ Junior Legal Counsel

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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 21 May 2026

A global beverage and consumer goods company is looking for a Junior Legal Counsel for Japan & South Korea. The selected candidate will provide strategic legal support across business functions, manage contract and compliance matters, and partner with stakeholders to support marketing, innovation, and business growth initiatives.
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法務アソシエイト/ Legal Associate

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Salary: Up to ¥14,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 19 May 2026

An international mobility and technology company is looking for a Legal Associate. The selected candidate will provide strategic legal support across R&D activities, contract management, and cross-functional projects in a fast-paced innovation environment. This is a hybrid setup role.
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コンプライアンス担当// Compliance Specialist

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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 19 May 2026

Eコマース企業にて、コンプライアンス担当の募集です。決済・与信事業等におけるコンプライアンス業務全般をリードしていただきます。クレジットカード会社・銀行・証券・FX業者・暗号資産交換業者等でのコンプライアンス業務経験をお持ちの方からの応募をお待ちしております。
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プライバシースペシャリスト/ Privacy Specialist

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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 19 May 2026

A global mobility technology company is looking for a Privacy Specialist. The selected candidate will support privacy operations, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives across the business. This is a hybrid role.
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コンプライアンスアソシエイト/ Compliance Associate

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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 18 May 2026

A leading real estate and residential property management company is looking for a Compliance Associate. The selected candidate will support compliance frameworks, risk assessments, and internal controls while ensuring regulatory adherence and operational integrity. This is a hybrid setup role.
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法務秘書/ Legal Secretary

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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥6,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date posted: 16 May 2026

A global legal services organisation is looking for a Legal Secretary. The selected candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to lawyers, managing client communications, schedules, billing, and document preparation for domestic and international matters.
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