Overview

Join a tier‑one ranked Corporate practice at Clayton Utz. Our Corporate Japanese Practice is the most established in Australia, working with a variety of high‑profile Japanese companies on general corporate governance and M&A; transactions.

Role

Reporting into Hiroyuki Kano, the Senior Associate will collaborate with senior partners and associates on client‑centric projects across the Corporate Japanese Practice, applying corporate and commercial expertise in a culturally informed way.

Responsibilities

- Collaborate with senior partners and associates on corporate governance, capital raising, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions and commercial contract negotiation.
- Participate in all stages of client engagement, from initial assessment through execution of deals.
- Provide high‑quality legal support to Japanese clients, ensuring explicit communication and client rapport.
- Support business development initiatives and contribute to the growth of the Japanese practice.




- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all legal deliverables and client correspondence.

Qualifications

- Senior Associate experience in private practice or in‑house counsel.
- Solid academic results from a recognised law school.
- Fluent in writing and speaking Japanese; Japanese‑qualified Bengoshi preferred but not essential.
- Proven experience on a range of corporate and commercial matters.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with clients.
- Drive for personal development and expanding skill set to meet client needs.
- Self‑starter with strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously.

Benefits

Clayton Utz supports flexible work arrangements and values independent, dynamic thinkers. The role offers exposure to high‑profile national, government and global clients.

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📌 Senior Associate | Corporate - Japanese Practice (Brisbane City)
🏢 Clayton Utz
📍 Brisbane City