Legal Specialist (Contract)

Location:

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Job ID:

R0140030

Date Posted:

2026-10-16

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY JAPAN, LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are advancing the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure, and we collaborate with customers and partners to enable a sustainable energy future – for today’s generations and those to come.

Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries, serving customers in utility, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors. With innovative technologies and services including the integration of more than 150 gigawatts of HVDC links into the power system, we help make the energy value chain more efficient, making electricity more accessible to all.

How you’ll make an impact

※This role is a fixed term contractual role of 18 months. Conversation to permanent employee is possible but not guarenteed.

1. You will assist the Regional Head of Legal and Country Heads of Legal in providing legal advice and counseling to Hitachi Energy management across a broad range of legal issues or within a specialist area, and manage dispute and litigation matters as directed.
2. You will assist General Manager of Center of Excellence, Legal Group/ Chief Legal & Integrity Officer & Company Secretary, Hitachi Energy Ltd in arranging and participating strategic meeting with Hitachi HQ.
3. You will conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
4. You will support contract review and negotiation, including frame agreements, contracts, and partnerships.
5. You will participate in the development and implementation of legal strategies.
6. You will support good corporate governance at the regional and country level.
7. You will support the implementation of the Code of Conduct and assist in ongoing integrity training.
8. You will ensure compliance with company policies, local legal regulations, and Group directives, assist with the implementation of both local and group legal and integrity directives and instructions, and monitor ongoing integrity and execute due diligence.
9. You will contribute to the development and implementation of local and group legal and integrity directives.
10. You will manage and communicate with external service providers, including legal counsels.
11. You will participate in various local, regional, and global projects within the department.
12. You will engage in continuous learning and development opportunities through the Legal and Integrity learning program.
13. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
14. Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

High proficiency in both Japanese and English is required.     

Graduate degree in law is required.

0-2 years of experience in legal field.

Bar license is nice to have but not mandatory.

Enthusiasm to grow their legal career in a global environment.

Demonstrated ability to be agile and keen to learn.

Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong interest in technology and process improvement.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

High level of integrity and ethical standards.

More about us

Working Conditions and benefits:

Working hours: 900-1730 (1hr break). Flex time is applicable.

Hybrid working style applicable.

Benefits:

1. Employment insurance, industrial injury insurance, health insurance, pension insurance

2. Paid leave

3. Bereavement leave

4. Wedding leave

5.Maternity leave

6.Spousal maternity leave

7.Parental leave

8.Nursing care leave

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to appl Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today!  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Ken-Isarin Furutani, LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarin-furutani-2036b8b5/

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.