1. Key Responsibilities
- Based in Tokyo, responsible for providing comprehensive legal support related to capital markets.
- Reporting to the APAC Regional Legal Head (located in Hong Kong) for functional matters and the Head of Legal, Japan (located in Tokyo) for local oversight.
- Supporting various business lines outside capital markets in transactional and advisory capacities as directed by the Head of Legal, Japan.
- Preparing and reviewing legal documentation for capital markets (e.g., master agreements, repos, and other related contracts) in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
- Managing relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring their selection and engagement align with organizational needs.
- Advising on regulatory and legal matters to support compliance with local laws, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Delivering legal guidance aligned with the organization’s objectives and operational needs.
- Addressing legal and regulatory challenges with a problem-solving approach to meet business objectives.
- Staying informed on legal, regulatory, and case law developments affecting the organization and providing updates to relevant teams.
- Resolving disputes related to capital market transactions.
- Contributing to strategic planning and decision-making for legal operations and processes.
- Ensuring adherence to internal and external reporting requirements to local and regional leadership, as applicable.
2. Reporting Structure
- Functionally reports to the APAC Regional Legal Head (based in Hong Kong) and hierarchically to the Head of Legal, Japan (based in Tokyo).
3. Key Internal Contacts
- Collaborates with internal stakeholders, including teams and management involved in capital market activities.
4. Key External Contacts
- Engages with counterparties’ legal/documentation teams and external legal advisors as necessary.
5. Systems Used
- Utilizes standard IT tools commonly employed in global financial institutions.
- Accesses internal systems, including databases and legal documentation platforms.
6. Legal and Regulatory Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal guidelines, including organizational policies and procedures. Follow established standards for operational and regulatory adherence.
- Maintain and enhance the knowledge and qualifications necessary for the role by completing required training and staying informed about legal and regulatory updates relevant to the organization's activities.
