Join a leading global professional services firm as a Legal Specialist (M&A) within its Tokyo Legal & Compliance team. This newly created position has been established to support the company's rapidly expanding domestic M&A activities, particularly within the insurance sector. Working closely with senior business leaders, regional legal teams, and external counsel, you will play a pivotal role throughout the entire M&A lifecycle, from legal due diligence and transaction execution to post-merger integration (PMI).

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced M&A Lawyer, In-House Legal Counsel, or Corporate Legal Specialist seeking to build expertise in strategic acquisitions within a global organization.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for domestic M&A transactions throughout the entire deal lifecycle.
• Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence on acquisition targets.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including NDAs, LOIs, SPAs, and related agreements.
• Lead legal negotiations with target companies and internal business stakeholders.
• Manage and coordinate external legal counsel throughout transaction processes.
• Support transaction execution from signing through closing.
• Provide legal guidance on post-merger integration (PMI) projects.
• Prepare legal reports and updates for regional and global legal teams.
• Provide general corporate legal advice and support on business initiatives as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications Experience:

• Experience supporting M&A transactions either in private practice or as in-house legal counsel.
• Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and transaction agreements.
• Experience managing complex legal matters involving multiple stakeholders.
• Business-level English communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent legal qualification.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Strong commercial judgement and practical problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating across international teams.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and project management skills.

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Native
• English: Intermediate / Business

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience managing M&A transactions through signing and closing.
• Experience supporting Post-Merger Integration (PMI) projects.
• Insurance or broader financial services industry experience.
• Japanese or overseas legal qualification is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience working within multinational organizations or international legal teams.

About the Company
Our client is a globally recognized leader in professional services, delivering insurance brokerage, risk management, consulting, and advisory solutions through several internationally renowned businesses. With approximately 1,200 employees in Japan, the company is accelerating its domestic acquisition strategy and continues to invest heavily in strategic growth through M&A. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile acquisitions while collaborating with experienced legal professionals across Japan, Singapore, and global headquarters.
Why You'll Love Working Here

• Gain exposure to the complete M&A lifecycle, from due diligence to post-merger integration.
• Join a newly created role with excellent visibility and long-term career growth opportunities.
• Work alongside a highly experienced international Legal & Compliance team.
• Collaborate closely with regional teams in Singapore and global stakeholders in New York.
• Support multiple live acquisitions within an active and expanding M&A pipeline.
• Build deep expertise in strategic insurance M&A within a leading multinational organization.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements including remote work, flex time, casual dress, minimal overtime, and side business opportunities.
• Receive a competitive compensation package of ¥14M-¥17M.

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