Fintech Legal Specialist

Legal Specialist – Fintech Business, Top Tier C2C platform company
About the Company
This innovative tech group is committed to creating a more sustainable and inclusive society by enabling the circulation of all forms of value—not just physical goods or money. With a strong belief in the power of technology to connect people and unlock potential, the company continues to pioneer new services in the Fintech space.

Team Mission
The Legal Team supporting the group’s Fintech businesses plays a critical role in driving growth through legal expertise. The team works closely with product and cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment where legal professionals are empowered to take initiative and contribute meaningfully to business development.

Key Responsibilities
  • New Business Development:
    Legal review during service design, drafting terms of use
  • External Partnerships:
    Legal support for business alliances and M&A
  • Financial Regulations:
    Compliance with laws such as the Payment Services Act, Instalment Sales Act, Money Lending Act, and Financial Instruments and Exchange Act
  • Advertising & Promotions:
    Legal review of campaigns and promotional materials
  • Consumer Protection:
    Compliance with the Consumer Contract Act and Act on Specified Commercial Transactions
  • Contract Management:
    Drafting and reviewing various contracts
Unique Opportunities
  • Gain broad legal experience across diverse financial services
  • Engage in cutting-edge Fintech legal discussions
  • Collaborate with other group companies and influence group-wide initiatives
  • Be involved from the inception to launch of new services, gaining deep insight into product design and regulatory frameworks.
  • Contribute to legal practices in emerging areas like crypto assets and blockchain, working with government agencies and industry groups
Candidate Requirements
Must-Have:
  • 3–5 years of experience in corporate legal affairs
  • Legal experience or strong interest in finance or Fintech
  • Japanese proficiency: CEFR C1 or higher
  • English proficiency: CEFR A2 or higher
Preferred:
  • Legal qualifications (e.g., bar admission)
  • Experience launching new businesses
  • Legal experience with digital content and NFTs
  • Knowledge of promotional regulations across multiple services
  • Experience in organizational governance
  • Expertise in consumer protection laws
  • Experience in fundraising and strategic partnerships
  • Dispute resolution experience

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
IT
Location
Inner Tokyo
Specialism
Legal
Ref:
1123060

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Jiyoon Shin, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Tokyo Head Office
Izumi Garden Tower 38th Floor, 1-6-1 Roppongi

Telephone: 080-7504-3313

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