We are currently seeking to hire qualified lawyers with fluency in Japanese language skills to join our ranks and support various Fortune 500 clients, role to be based in Singapore or Hong Kong:
This position requires being based in / relocation to Hong Kong or Singapore, and is ideal for lawyers with excellent / native Japanese fluency, who are looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and international environment. We will sponsor visa.
Responsibilities
- Working side by side with the legal and business teams of our F100 clients to provide commercially tailored support
- Providing practical legal advice on transactional matters while aligning with business goals and initiatives
- Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and other agreements across various business lines
- Maintaining and updating documentation with most recent regulatory requirements
- Working with and advising business clients directly, as well as providing guidance and practical solutions for various corporate policies where required
Qualifications:
- 6+ years’ experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts. Senior lawyers are welcome.
- Legal qualification (open to various jurisdictions)
- Excellent / native ability to read and write in English and Japanese (essential)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Compensation, Benefits & Location:
This role offers a range of competitive compensation and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits and paid time off. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites work both / either remotely or on site with our clients, depending on theirs and client’s preferences.
Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.
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