Corporate Paralegal
HybridTokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Job Summary
Process signature pages and other documents to both Japanese and US standards. Create and maintain corporate minute books and stock record books for domestic and international entities. Assist in the preparation of stock certificates, financing statements, and other corporate documents for both domestic and international entities. Prepare closing binders and distribute other corporate documents. Exhibit understanding of international business practices and markets. Communicate independently, adapting style and content by country for domestic and international clients. Maintain strict confidentiality of firm internal affairs and client information. Work directly with international clients, financial institutions, and outside legal counsel. Perform other work-related duties as assigned by attorneys and corporate management. Maintain consistent and predictable on-site presence for business continuity and collaboration.
Required Qualifications
- Fluent language skills in English and Japanese
- Diploma or degree holder
- Exhibit understanding of international business practices and markets
- Exposure to and some familiarity with Japanese corporate related law and procedure
- Able to maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's internal and personnel affairs and adhere to ethical rules of paralegal position
- Ability to prioritize assignments and create high level work product having strong attention to details within short time frames
- Ability to delegate as necessary and work persistently with a successful result
- Ability to anticipate problems and issues and exercise independent judgment in decision-making
- Must own professional development by seeking out feedback and learning new skills
- Must take ownership of deliverables and be accountable
- Extensive knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
- Able to work flexible including overtime
- This position requires hybrid on-site presence as an essential function of the role
- Consistent and predictable on-site presence is required for ongoing business continuity, professional development and effective collaboration with colleagues and management
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience working as a legal assistant with an international law firm is desired
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