Director, Japan Legal at Box

Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Work experience in a law firm or the legal department of a commercial entity in Japan (more than 10 years)
  • Knowledge of Japanese law and some familiarity of Anglo-American law
  • Knowledge of Japan’s Act on the Protection of Personal Information, GDPR and/or US privacy legislation is preferable
  • Proven track record in negotiating and drafting complex commercial contracts
  • Native level Japanese with the ability to communicate in English (business level)
  • Qualified lawyer or Legal educational background (law degree or law school graduate)
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
  • Commercially minded

Responsibilities

  • Developing and implementing the Japan Legal strategy and procedures in line with the Global Legal team
  • Organizing and establishing day-to-day management of the Japan Legal team member and processes in line with agreed objectives and the Japan GTM’s strategic plan
  • Lead negotiation and drafting of complex commercial contracts to protect the company’s interests while enabling business growth
  • Lead the provision of legal advice to the Japan Leadership Team and the team member in K.K. Box Japan’s business activities and in proffering solutions to legal issues, constraints, risks, options, consequences and approaches
  • Collaborate with business leaders on updates and revisions to programs and Box policies where needed
  • Review and sign-off of various legal templates including translation
  • Carry out other tasks/projects assigned by Legal senior management or the Japan Leadership team
  • Mentor and guide the Japan Legal team member(s) to build capability within the department

Skills

Contract Negotiation
Commercial Legal
Legal Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance
Team Leadership
Strategic Legal Advice
Japanese Law
Stakeholder Collaboration

Box

Cloud-based content management and collaboration solutions

About Box

Box provides cloud-based content management and collaboration solutions that enable businesses to securely manage, share, and collaborate on their content. The platform offers features such as secure file storage, sharing, and collaboration tools, along with advanced functionalities like Box AI for Notes and Box AI for Documents, which utilize artificial intelligence to enhance productivity by providing instant answers and content creation capabilities. Unlike many competitors, Box focuses on a subscription-based model that allows clients to choose tailored pricing plans based on their specific needs, ensuring a good return on investment. The company's goal is to transform how people work together by offering a simple, secure, and efficient way to manage content in the cloud, while fostering a customer-centric approach and encouraging diverse ideas within its workforce.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
$548.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health and Wellness
Family Support
Generous Time Off
Financial Benefits
Community
Evolving Workplace

Risks

Box faces strong competition from Amazon, Alphabet, and Microsoft.
Economic downturns may lead to reduced subscription revenue for Box.
AI integration may face data privacy and regulatory compliance challenges.

Differentiation

Box integrates AI to enhance content management and collaboration capabilities.
Box offers tailored solutions for diverse industries, including legal and government sectors.
Box's global presence, especially in APAC, strengthens its market position.

Upsides

Box's AI integration with Microsoft 365 Copilot enhances user experience and data management.
Box's collaboration with Bubo Defense expands its AI capabilities and partnerships.
Box Hubs streamlines enterprise content management with advanced AI technologies.

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