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法務・コンプライアンスマネージャー/ Legal and Compliance Manager

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A global financial services company is looking for a Legal & Compliance Manager. The selected candidate will oversee legal, compliance and data protection matters while advising leadership and supporting business operations. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Advise local leadership on legal, compliance and business risks while supporting effective risk mitigation
  • Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements with clients, merchants, suppliers and other business partners
  • Ensure products and operations comply with local laws covering payments, tax, AML, anti-fraud, anti-corruption, data protection and labour
  • Implement and monitor legal and compliance policies, procedures and corporate requirements
  • Lead Japan’s data protection compliance programme in collaboration with regional and global teams
  • Oversee data protection matters, including incidents, regulatory developments, customer inquiries and communications with authorities

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in law
  • More than 10 years of experience in the field of legal and compliance (MNC is a plus)
  • Experience in the fields of contract law, corporate affairs and data protection
  • Prior experience in offering advice and guidance to senior management on legal, compliance and data protection issues
  • Proven negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution experience
  • Background in developing, executing, and ensuring compliance with data protection policies within an organisation
  • Understanding of local regulations and guidelines relating to data protection and of GDPR
  • Knowledge of data protection challenges in the technology sector
  • Skilled in compliance tools/software (One Trust, etc.)
  • Possess valid data protection certifications
  • Professional level Japanese and English

About the Company:

A global leader in employee benefits and corporate services, this company empowers businesses with innovative solutions that enhance employee engagement and workplace efficiency. With strong expertise in digital platforms and people-focused programs, it supports job hunters and professionals seeking meaningful career growth in a dynamic industry.

Keywords:

法律,法務,コンプライアンス, 法律, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 6E56VO

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Compliance

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 6E56VO-82D64999

Date posted: 30 September 2026

Consultant: Ryan Dunlop