Legal Senior Specialist
Tokyo
Global Operations – Legal /
Employee /
Hybrid
About Woven by Toyota
Woven by Toyota, a part of the Toyota Group, is challenging the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation and empowering mobility transformation. Through our AD/ADAS technology, our automotive software development platform Arene OS, our mobility test course Toyota Woven City, and Toyota’s growth fund, Woven Capital, we are pioneering the movement of people, goods, information, and energy, weaving a future of enhanced safety, connectivity and well-being for all.
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TEAM
Legal & IP team's mission is to contribute to the creation of cutting-edge technologies and the realization of safe mobility for everyone through (i) building an effective compliance system and providing services from various legal viewpoints (such as export control, personal information/privacy, and Anti-Monopoly Act), (ii) advising on innovative collaboration and partnership with companies around the world including contract negotiations, and (iii) recommending business development schemes to the management team of the Woven City project primarily in Shizuoka, Japan, etc. In 2024, the Legal & IP absorbed the privacy teams in the Cybersecurity Team and Woven City Management and is now providing consistent and stable service. As a team, the Legal & IP team is expected to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and to make quick yet well-thought-out decisions.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for a legal expert who is passionate about helping us create the best technologies in the world and supporting us in high-profile collaboration and partnership with companies worldwide through contract negotiations, considering both technical and business development strategies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide Legal support primarily in executing contracts for R&D and business, especially those initiated and managed by Woven by Toyota.
- Review, draft, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements in English and Japanese and agreement negotiations independently or collaboratively.
- Manage and review translations of various legal documents between English and Japanese.
- Manage legal matters with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage special local, regional, or global projects where required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience in the corporate legal department.
- 3+ years of experience in reviewing and drafting contracts at a company’s legal department.
- Business Level Proficiency in English and Japanese. (860+ of TOEIC score)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors (and above) law degree.
- 1+ year of experience in working or training outside Japan.
- Experience in handling litigations or disputes. (handling those matters outside Japan is a strong plus)
- Experience in advising on or being involved in collaboration projects with other companies.
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Important Points
・All interviews will be arranged via Google Meet, unless otherwise stated.
・The same job descriptions are available in both English and Japanese; therefore, we kindly ask that you apply to only one version.
・We kindly request that you submit your resume in English, if possible. However, Japanese resumes are also acceptable. Please note that, depending on the English proficiency requirements of the role, we may request an English version of your resume later in the process.
WHAT WE OFFER
・Competitive Salary - Based on experience
・Work Hours - Flexible working time
・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)
・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)
・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by our company
・Japanese Social Insurance - Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance
・Housing Allowance
・Retirement Benefits
・Rental Cars Support
・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)
Our Commitment
・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.
