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Star AnisePosted 4 weeks ago

Corporate Associate | US Attorney | Class of 2023, 2024 | Tokyo

On-siteTokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Full TimeSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeSmall

Job Summary

Draft and review offering documents for global IPOs, Rule 144A, Regulation S, and US-registered equity and debt offerings. Conduct due diligence, advise on disclosure and regulatory requirements, and manage multiple deals simultaneously under tight deadlines. Support M&A transactions where they intersect with the capital markets practice. Collaborate closely with underwriters, issuers, and US and Asia offices on cross-border matters. Requires a US-qualified lawyer with 2 to 3 years of post-qualification experience, bilingual fluency in Japanese and English, and Cravath rates. Join a top-tier firm advising on high-profile transactions in Japan's capital markets.

Required Qualifications

  • US-qualified lawyer
  • 2 to 3 years of post-qualification experience
  • Bilingual in Japanese and English
  • Native or very high fluency in both languages
  • Excellent drafting skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong academic background
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment
  • Must be available for significant cross-border collaboration with US and other Asia offices
  • Must be able to manage multiple deals simultaneously under tight deadlines

Desired Qualifications

  • Exposure to capital markets and/or international M&A transactions
  • Prior experience at a top-tier US or international law firm
  • Cravath rates

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