Legal Counsel

Summary

Join Soracom, a rapidly growing IoT startup, and play a key role in its global expansion. This position involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts globally, requiring strong legal knowledge and cross-cultural communication skills. You will work closely with a small legal team, handling a range of commercial legal tasks. Remote work from anywhere in Japan is encouraged. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, thrives in fast-paced environments, and possesses exceptional attention to detail. This role offers full exposure to various commercial legal tasks within a dynamic and innovative company.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience reviewing and drafting contracts in English
• Legal qualification: Qualified UK solicitor, US attorney, or Japanese Bengoshi with 5+ years in-house or private practice experience (other jurisdictions considered)
• Excellent skills in coordinating with outside counsel
• Native-level English proficiency
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Commercially minded with a pragmatic approach
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills
• Willingness to actively leverage generative AI to enhance work quality and drive business impact

Responsibilities

• Review and draft contracts in English
• Negotiate contracts across diverse regions
• Conduct legal research
• Manage compliance activities
• Cooperate with HR in developing internal policies
• Work closely with a very small legal team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory compliance (especially telecom-related regulations)
• Business-level Japanese proficiency
• Work experience in the telecommunications industry
• Knowledge of IT and technology trends
• Experience in a startup or similarly fast-moving environment