Junior Legal Counsel

What you will work on

• Support the preparation, review, and administration of commercial agreements and legal documents.
• Assist with legal research on Japanese laws and regulations related to the energy sector.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support transactions, due diligence activities and document management for ongoing projects.
• Work closely with internal teams including Business Development, Finance, and Operations, as well as external legal advisors.
• Assist with corporate governance and general in-house legal matters.
• Contribute to legal processes and continuously improve internal documentation and workflows.

What makes you a great candidate

• Law degree from a Japanese university.
• Native or fluent Japanese and professional working proficiency in English.
• Up to 2 years of legal experience, or a recent graduate with relevant internships or practical legal experience.
• Interest in commercial law, corporate law, renewable energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset.
• Currently based in Tokyo, or willing to relocate to Tokyo prior to joining.

What do we offer

• 20 days of paid vacation (in addition to national holidays).
• Flexible working hours and home office options.
• Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus structure.
• Latest tech tools: High-end phone and laptop provided to support your productivity.
• Exciting work with a talented team in algorithmic trading.
• Short decision-making paths and rapid development opportunities.
• Training budget to support your professional development and growth.
• Play a direct role in advancing the energy transition and supporting decarbonization.