Japanese Speaking Job - Head of Legal & Compliance (Qualified lawyer)

First People Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Japanese-Speaking General Counsel in Greater London. The role requires a qualified lawyer with strong experience in corporate and technology law, alongside proficiency in Japanese. You will provide legal guidance, ensure compliance, and manage cross-border legal matters. This hybrid position offers a salary up to £150,000, with UK work visa sponsorship available for the right candidate. Strong communication and strategic thinking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in UK, Japan, or EU law.
• Post-qualification experience in incorporate, regulatory, or technology law.
• Knowledge of corporate governance, data privacy regulations, and AI/digital compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance to senior management on business operations.
• Ensure company practices comply with relevant laws across multiple regions.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and partnership agreements.

Skills

Corporate Law

Technology Law

Japanese

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Cross-border legal matters

Education

Qualified lawyer in UK, Japan, or EU law

Job description

JobTitle: JapaneseSpeaking General Counsel

TheSkillsYou'llNeed: Corporate Law, Technology Law, Japanese, qualified lawyer

YourNewSalary: Upto £150,000

OfficebasedORHybrid: Hybrid, Oxford

PermORTemp: Permanent

Start: ASAP

Workinghours: Full-time

JapaneseSpeakingHeadofLegal&Compliance–WhatYou'llBeDoing

• Qualified lawyer in UK, Japan, or EU law
• Post-qualification experience in incorporate, regulatory, or technology law
• Knowledge of corporate governance, data privacy regulations, and AI/digital compliance
• Experience managing cross-border legal matters
• Provide legal guidance to senior management on business operations
• Ensure company practices comply with relevant laws across multiple regions
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and partnership agreements
• Oversee risk management related to AI, data use, and digital technology
• Establish and maintain internal compliance and governance policies
• Coordinate with external legal advisors and global legal teams

JapaneseSpeakingHeadofLegal&Compliance–TheSkillsYou'llNeedtoSucceed

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills in English and/or Japanese
• Experience working in international or technology-focused organizations
• Ability to work effectively with regulators, partners, and internal teams
• Background in AI and digital technology-related legal matters preferred
• UK work visa sponsorship available for the right candidate

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