Director, Legal Counsel

xAI

Tokyo, Japan
On-site
7+ years post-qualification experience as attorney
Fluent in japanese and english languages
Experience with litigation in japan
xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge

Job Summary

  • xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.
  • The role involves managing a wide range of litigation and legal matters specifically for X's business operations in Japan and Korea.
  • Candidates must demonstrate sound business judgment and possess an entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in a fast-paced international environment.

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xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years post-qualification experience as attorney
  • Fluent in Japanese and English languages
  • Experience with litigation in Japan
  • In-house experience in digital media or tech
  • Expertise in contract law and intellectual property

Nice-to-have

  • Fluency in Korean language
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and self-starter attitude
  • Experience with user-generated content platforms
  • Knowledge of advertising regulation and privacy laws
  • Ability to work collaboratively across global teams

Key Requirements

  • Qualified to practice law in Japan or APAC jurisdiction
  • Recognized law degree with strong academic record
  • Must be US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee per ITAR

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

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