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What You'll Do

Against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving competitive market, BCG wishes to hire a senior lawyer who can operate across all divisions and sectors to manage a team of Japan based commercial lawyers and support the firm’s most complex client transactions in the Northeast Asia Region (Japan & South Korea) to ensure the maximum realisation of value provided by these engagements while managing exposure to the associated risks.

What You'll Bring

Qualified bilingual lawyer with excellent academics and 12+ years legal experience with high technology/IP content preferably with a ‘Blue Chip’ corporate or consultancy and high-quality legal trainingThe ability to draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including global master services agreements, other client agreements, licensing agreements, subcontractor and partnership agreements and nondisclosure agreementsThe credibility to develop, implement and champion BCG contracting policies and processes while also providing commercial support to those who seek approvals on deviations of contract or other policiesThe ability to quickly comprehend complex sets of international laws and regulations and interpret those laws within the context of BCG's global policiesA proven track record of delivering business facing outcomes in a dynamic, global, fast-paced and commercially driven environment• Ability to help support as a wider Japan leadership business partner as required.Substantive international experience, a willingness to travel and the flexibility to deal with a diverse set of clients, advisers and colleagues around the globeExcellent written and oral communication skills (in Japanese and in English) with the personal presence to influence others whether in small groups or presenting to large audiencesSuperior analytical and creative problem-solving skills combined with a talent for absorbing new skill sets and areas of expertise efficientlyExperience in and comfortable with working with colleagues and clients who are not co-located.A high degree of professional ethics and integrityProficient computer skills: Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Who You'll Work With

Senior leadership in the Northeast Asia System (Japan/Korea) and more broadly across the AP RegionManaging Director and Partner, Principals and Consultants across the Northeast Asia System and beyondKey senior stakeholders from different functions (Finance, Commercial Directors, Risk and Compliance…)The members of the Legal Team across the world

Additional info

YOU’RE GOOD AT

 

The successful candidates will be comfortable in a fast-paced global organization and confident in their regular interactions with the business and making decisions that require intellectual nimbleness, pragmatism and commercial acumen. They will need to be self-motivated, proactive and hardworking team players who can influence through persuasion.

 

They will be seasoned and skilled lawyers with a core competency around cutting edge contracting to support the full range of commercial activities of BCG around Japan and South Korea.

 

Technical and functional expertise

Applies deep knowledge; recognized for expertiseIs driven to identify areas where expertise is lacking and to develop such areas internallySeeks to enhance knowledge/experience through best practice sharing and trainingDelivers high-quality, accurate resultsIncorporates knowledge of policies and practices into work

Problem Solving and Analytical Skills

Track record of challenging traditional ways of doing things…moves beyond the obvious without letting frustration get in the way of developing a creative solutionAbility to resolve complex issues and problems independently with sound judgment balanced with seeking guidance and assistance when neededAbility to address root causes behind issues, identify patterns, comprehend the big picture and long-term implicationsProven ability to perform rigorous and accurate analysis

Communication, interpersonal and teaming skills

Ability to work successfully in a team environment, manage multiple clients, and provide strong consultation throughout the search processAbility to successfully work and communicate with individuals at all levels of an organizationAdvanced verbal and written communications and listening skillsSelf-starter with the ability to work independently and in teamsProven success in setting priorities and communicating expectations with key stakeholdersAbility to work positively and collaboratively with others and in teams, building long lasting relationshipsHigh level of initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, collaboration and patience

Work management, organization and planning

Performs successfully in a fast-paced, intellectually intense, service-oriented environment and to interpret rules and guidelines flexibly to enhance the business and in keeping with BCG’s values and cultureExperience working successfully within a complex matrix structured organization is essentialAbility to understand and manage complex reporting relationships and incorporate multiple culturesEffectively balance strategic thinking with the ability to get things done within a rapidly changing work environmentDemonstrates a flexible approach to work and has excellent work management and organizational skillsAbility to balance multiple competing prioritiesAbility to anticipate obstacles and issues and create effective contingency plans

Customer and business focus

Approaches work with a dedicated focus on client service and deliveryAppreciates urgency and the need to prioritizeAwareness of need to provide high level client support while successfully balancing the needs of the organization, the manager and the candidatesStrong business acumen

People Management and Leadership

Track record of managing teamsNon-hierarchical; has no issues with giving direction to more senior individuals or to take direction from stakeholders across the business who may not be a direct reporting lineConsistently directs situations and inspires people for an all-win situationDrives business results by aligning the vision, mission & valuesEnlists the cooperation of others while tapping into the skills & abilities of others to achieve desired resultsUnderstanding of cultural differences across regions; ability to engage and connect with virtual team members and stakeholders

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.\n
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