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社内法務担当者/ In-House Legal Counsel

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An international premium athletic brand is looking for an In-House Legal Counsel. The selected candidate will manage legal, commercial, and compliance matters while supporting contract negotiations and risk management for the business. This is a hybrid setup role.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal support across all matters and advise on legal, commercial, and compliance risks in Japan
  • Review, negotiate, and manage lease agreements with landlords for retail locations
  • Draft and review commercial contracts, including construction, design, advertising, and partnership agreements
  • Prepare and manage model agreements and other operational legal documents
  • Act as the key legal contact for internal stakeholders and external parties
  • Support the business as a standalone legal professional within the organisation

Requirements:

  • 6–8 years of legal experience
  • Experience working in multinational companies and handling diverse legal matters
  • Proficient in drafting and reviewing commercial and operational contracts
  • Ability to work independently as a standalone legal professional
  • Professional level Japanese; high business level English

Preferred requirements:

  • Law degree or above
  • Experience in retail or brand companies
  • Background in legal firms supporting multinational, sports, or retail clients

About the Company:

A global leader in premium athletic apparel, this innovative retailer is known for high-performance activewear that blends technical design with modern style. With a strong focus on community, wellbeing, and career growth, the company offers dynamic opportunities for job seekers looking to build their future in a fast-growing, people-centred brand.

Keywords:

社内弁護士, 法務, 契約書作成, 契約交渉, コンプライアンス, リスク管理, 小売業界, 多国籍企業, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 3BLWZI

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Legal

Focus: In-house Legal

Industry: Fashion

Salary: ¥13,000,000 - ¥17,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 3BLWZI-73E22DDF

Date posted: 10 June 2026

Consultant: Ryan Dunlop