In-House Counsel

This is a full-time in-house legal and compliance role at Roche Diagnostics K.K. based in Tokyo, Japan. The role involves managing legal and compliance risks, supporting business development, drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts (including highly specialized areas and international/jurisdictional matters), coordinating with external counsel, implementing training and audits, and improving internal processes and governance. The candidate should have Japanese legal qualification, native-level Japanese, business-level English, and strong collaboration skills, with a proactive mindset toward business understanding and organizational contribution. The role offers a structured compensation package and benefits, with scope for relocation within Japan and potential telework arrangements with monthly limits. The position emphasizes teamwork, transparency, and contributing to company-wide change and growth. The candidate will report to the Legal & Compliance Department and engage across business units to support risk management, contract execution, and compliance training.