Senior Associate, Corporate, Tokyo

Clifford Chance, a leading international law firm with over 30 offices worldwide, is seeking a Senior Associate to join its esteemed corporate practice in Tokyo. The firm specializes in advising on complex Corporate and M&A transactions, serving a diverse clientele that includes public and private corporations, private equity investors, financial institutions, governments, and international bodies. The Tokyo office offers a dynamic environment where lawyers provide integrated services across various areas of expertise.

In this role, the Senior Associate will focus on public and private M&A and private equity transactions involving Japan. Responsibilities include delivering expert legal advice on complex transactions, engaging with a diverse client base on high-profile deals, collaborating with cross-functional teams across the global network, leading transactions with minimal oversight while managing multiple workstreams, and cultivating and maintaining client relationships to contribute to business development and client retention.

Candidates should have 3 to 6 years of post-qualification experience (UK notional) with a law qualification from the US, England & Wales, Australia, or other common law jurisdictions. Demonstrated expertise in M&A, especially in private equity or energy & infrastructure, preferably gained in a top-tier private practice within an international setting, is essential. Proficiency in legal drafting with impeccable attention to detail and clarity is required. Fluent or native proficiency in Japanese is highly preferred.

While specific compensation details are not provided, Clifford Chance offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The firm is committed to providing a rewarding and stimulating career with opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. Clifford Chance fosters an inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work, offering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are recognized and valued.

Joining Clifford Chance in Tokyo presents an opportunity to work on some of the world's largest and most complex Corporate and M&A transactions. The role offers significant client exposure, early responsibility, and the chance to collaborate with top-tier practitioners across the firm's international platform. The firm provides high-quality training, structured career progression, and a dynamic, collaborative, and internationally focused team environment.