Legal Consultant (Part-time) – Japanese Speakers

Remote from
APAC, Australia +1 more, Singapore
Annual salary
Undisclosed
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Employment type
Part Time,
Job posted
Apply before
5 Aug 2026
Experience level
Senior
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93 / 8

About Axiom

Axiom is the worldโ€™s leading provider of legal talent, helping businesses build better legal teams and drive better business outcomes.

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AI Summary

This is a part-time Legal Consultant role for Japanese speakers, supporting Fortune 500 clients in financial services and corporates. The position offers remote work and requires a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience, native Japanese fluency, and English proficiency. Axiom provides competitive compensation, health benefits, and professional development opportunities. The role is ideal for experienced legal professionals seeking flexibility and high-impact work.

Role DNA

Job Complexity
Easy Hard
Pace & Pressure
Relaxed Fast-paced
Autonomy Level
Guided Full Ownership
Communication Load
Independent Highly Collaborative
AI Insight The role requires native Japanese and 3+ PQE, which is specialized but not extremely rare; the difficulty is moderate as it demands both legal expertise and language skills.

Salary Analysis

Median Highly Competitive
$115,000
US Market
$80k โ€“ 150k
0 $165k
AI Insight No salary is provided in the listing, but based on market data for legal consultants with Japanese language skills and 3+ PQE, the estimated median salary is around $115,000 per year (full-time equivalent). Since this is a part-time role, actual compensation would be pro-rated accordingly.

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my strong interest in the Legal Consultant (Part-time) position for Japanese speakers at Axiom. With over 4 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law and native Japanese fluency, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional legal support to your Fortune 500 clients. My background includes working on cross-border transactions and advising clients on regulatory compliance, which aligns perfectly with the responsibilities outlined.

I am particularly drawn to Axiom's commitment to flexibility and professional development. The opportunity to work remotely while collaborating with top-tier legal and business teams is exactly what I seek in my next role. I thrive in fast-paced environments and have a proven track record of delivering practical, commercially sound advice.

I would welcome the chance to discuss how my skills and experience can contribute to Axiom's success. Thank you for considering my application.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Can you describe a complex legal matter you handled that required both Japanese and English language skills?
I advised a Japanese financial institution on its expansion into the US market. This involved drafting and negotiating agreements in both languages, ensuring compliance with US and Japanese regulations, and communicating complex legal concepts to stakeholders in both languages.
How do you prioritize tasks when supporting multiple clients simultaneously?
I use a combination of project management tools and regular check-ins with clients to understand their urgent needs. I also maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate time zone differences and ensure timely delivery of all work products.
What is your experience with alternative legal services or consultancy models?
I have previously worked as a contract lawyer for a legal consultancy, where I provided on-demand support to various corporate clients. This experience taught me to adapt quickly to different corporate cultures and legal needs.
How do you stay updated on legal developments in both Japan and the US?
I subscribe to legal updates from major law firms in both jurisdictions and regularly attend webinars hosted by bar associations. I also leverage my network of legal professionals to discuss emerging trends.
Can you give an example of a time you provided commercially focused legal advice?
I advised a client on a potential joint venture and identified a regulatory hurdle that could delay the project. I proposed an alternative structure that preserved the business objectives while mitigating risk, which the client adopted and saved significant time and costs.

We are currently seeking to hire a Part-time Legal Consultant with strong Japanese language skills to join our ranks and support multiple Fortune 500 clients across financial services and corporates. We support work visa sponsorship and offers remote work arrangements for consultants based in Singapore, and Australia, supporting a variety of clients.

Responsibilities

  • Working side by side with the legal and business teams of our F500 clients to provide commercially tailored support
  • Providing practical legal advice and support while aligning with business goals and initiatives

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 PQE from corporates, financial institutions or law firm. Open to practice from all jurisdictions.
  • Excellent / native ability to speak, read and write Japanese (essential). Fluency in English
  • Japan qualification is an asset but not a must

Compensation, Benefits & Working Location:ย ย 

This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, CPF/MPF contributions and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiom provides the opportunity to work remotely, onsite or hybrid, depending on client requirements.

Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of todayโ€™s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement.ย Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.ย We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiomโ€™s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Learn more about life at Axiom.

World-class clients โ€“ our global presence provides direct access to opportunities with leading companies, including F100 organizations, allowing you to roadmap your career with exciting and challenging work.

Flexibilityย โ€“ we work with you to achieve the highest level of flexibility โ€“ in the way that you define it. Whether you prefer remote work, a greater breadth of exposure, or even more personal time โ€“ we present you with opportunities that help you reach these goals.

A dedicated talent team โ€“ we put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional. You will be assigned a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities:ย Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us atย benefits@axiomlaw.comย and include โ€œApplicant Accommodationโ€ in the subject line.

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available here. Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

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