Head Of Legal&compliance, Japan

Biogen

Tokyo, Japan
Legal and compliance guidance
Strategic compliance plan implementation
Legal advice and business support
The Head of Legal and Compliance provides legal and compliance oversight, guidance and counseling to the Japan management team and the affiliate generally, driving a robust corporate culture that embraces integrity

Job Summary

  • The Head of Legal and Compliance provides legal and compliance oversight, guidance and counseling to the Japan management team and the affiliate generally, driving a robust corporate culture that embraces integrity.
  • This leadership role involves implementing a strategic and integrated compliance plan, providing timely legal advice, and supporting business operations while understanding complex global and local risks.
  • Biogen fosters an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact, offering unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and skill expansion in delivering life-changing medicines.

Matching Summary

The Head of Legal and Compliance provides legal and compliance oversight, guidance and counseling to the Japan management team and the affiliate generally, driving a robust corporate culture that embraces integrity.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Legal and compliance guidance
  • Strategic compliance plan implementation
  • Legal advice and business support
  • Risk assessment and management
  • Compliance training and communication
  • External counsel management

Nice-to-have

  • Pioneering spirit
  • Collaborative and process oriented
  • Manage ambiguity and provide pragmatic solutions
  • Commitment to inclusion and belonging

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Japan Bar or International Legal Qualification
  • 10+ years Legal experience
  • 5+ years Compliance experience
  • Native level Japanese proficiency
  • Fluent business level English proficiency

Work Rights

Not specified

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