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About the Role

The Global Research & Market Intelligence team provides research support for client work, client and industry analysis, and expertise development. This role involves responding to legal and factual research requests, as well as market intelligence inquiries from lawyers in Tokyo, while collaborating with global researchers. You will also assist lawyers in staying updated on regulatory changes, case summaries, and market developments by setting up alerts and tracking information. The role requires curiosity, a willingness to share knowledge, and strong relationship-building skills with colleagues across global teams.

Responsibilities

Provide research services—including case law, company searches, and market intelligence—to legal staff and administrative departments locally and globally.
Manage and monitor research requests using the Request Management System, collaborating with global Researchers and helping triage and prioritize inquiries.
Utilize a range of fee-based, print, and online resources efficiently and cost-effectively for research tasks.
Prepare and distribute practice-specific news alerts, regulatory updates, and current awareness newsletters.
Conduct company searches, maintain corporate search accounts, and research deal information to support M&A practices.
Monitor and report on legal, business, industry, regulatory, and regional news, creating alerts and newsletters as requested.
Organize and deliver training and orientation on research tools and knowledge management systems, and mentor trainees, associates, and students in research techniques.
Foster relationships with local vendors and assist with acquisitions and access to local resources.

Requirements

3-5 years of relevant and in-depth research experience, preferably with a global law firm, professional services firm, consultancy or court environment.
Native Japanese, with fluent business English.
Knowledge of research in Bengoshi law is mandatory, and knowledge English law would be highly regarded.
Comprehensive knowledge of legal and non-legal subject field resources, including content, search methodology and pricing.
High level of planning and time management skills, including the ability to multi-task and assign priorities effectively and work independently.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment across multiple offices and time zones.
Understanding hard copy library management.
Consistent accuracy and meticulous attention to detail while maintaining a very high level of productivity.
Confident in communicating with stakeholders in a professional environment.
Client service focused, proactive and flexible.
Comfortable working autonomously.

Skills

Research
Market Intelligence
Case Law Research
Company Searches
News Alerts
Regulatory Updates
Current Awareness
M&A Research
Training
Mentoring
Vendor Relations
Time Management
Multi-tasking
Prioritization
Independent Work
Communication
Client Service
Proactiveness
Flexibility
Autonomy

Location

Tokyo

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

3-5 years

About the Company

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide.
With a long history as an international firm, we are well-positioned to help clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may arise.
Operating across six continents and working in virtually every country, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality, full-service practice that competes at the top of the market.
We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work.
What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm.
Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work.
Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.

Equal Opportunity

White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace.
It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you.