As a Legal Specialist in a leading fintech and crypto asset company, you will provide governance, compliance, and contract support for both domestic and international business activities. This role requires expertise in corporate and financial law, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in crypto regulation, AML, and blockchain law. You will collaborate closely with overseas offices, external counsel, and internal stakeholders, ensuring legal security and compliance in a rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for domestic and international business activities
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including cross-border agreements
• Advise on compliance with crypto, financial, AML, and corporate laws
• Support internal stakeholders with legal guidance and risk assessments
• Handle disputes, litigation, and regulatory authority responses with external counsel
• Manage group company governance frameworks and legal matters
• Collaborate with overseas offices on cross-border legal projects

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experiences :

• Minimum 3 years’ legal experience in a corporate legal department or law firm
• Experience in compliance, disputes, or litigation handling
• Proven experience drafting or reviewing contracts in Japanese and English

Soft Skills :

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment
• Clear and confident communication with diverse stakeholders

Language Requirements

• Japanese: Native level
• English: Conversational/Business level

Preferred Skills

• Attorney qualification in Japan or overseas
• Experience in fintech, crypto assets, or financial services
• Cross-border legal experience in multinational environments

About Our Client

Our client is a global fintech leader with offices in Japan, the U.S., and Europe. Managing over ¥1 trillion in customer assets, the company provides secure and innovative platforms for crypto trading and blockchain services. With a mission to simplify the world through blockchain, the firm is expanding into web3 and fintech services while fostering a diverse, international workplace culture.