M&A Counsel
A leading renewable energy power producer is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their team in Japan. They are dedicated to owning, developing, and operating renewable energy assets across the Asia-Pacific region. Their platform includes solar and storage capacity in operation, with an active pipeline of projects under development across Asia.
Role: They are looking for a native Japanese-speaking lawyer who is fluent in English to support multiple asset and share acquisitions or renewable projects. You will work closely with our Japan team and report to the General Manager in Tokyo, as well as the regional HQ and General Counsel in Singapore.
Role Details: You will provide support on a regional level for utility-scale and commercial/industrial projects, including:
- Preliminary project screening and pre-bid due diligence (focus on land and permitting issues)
- Managing and negotiating multiple asset and share acquisitions or renewable projects (primarily using our standard form documentation)
- Ongoing project monitoring
- General company secretarial duties and approvals
- NDAs and client onboarding
Experience and Skills:
- Native Japanese speaker
- Qualified in Japanese law (preferable) or a common law jurisdiction with knowledge of Japanese law
- Fluent in English (able to translate legal documents and communicate with English-speaking team members)
- Experience in a multinational in-house legal team or working with foreign clients in a domestic or international law firm
- Experience and knowledge of land deals (preferred)
- Understanding of investment schemes such as Silent Partnership and Limited Partnership (preferred)
- Ability to work in a small, dynamic, and scaling team
- Robust and adaptable
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