Real Estate Associate

Withersworldwide

Job title: Real Estate Associate

Location: Tokyo 

About Withersworldwide

A law firm focused on people and collaboration

For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world's most remarkable people and organisations at defining moments in their lives.

We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands, major global institutional investors, and start-ups of all shapes and sizes.

Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle many of the world's problems.  It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, looking after their family, involved in a complex dispute or protecting their finances for the future. 

To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. 

We are agile, focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy. It is a truly flexible working culture that puts people first.

Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.

What are we looking for?

We are looking to hire an Associate to join the Withers Tokyo Real Estate team. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years PQE, will have worked in a Real Estate team and have experience with handling sale and purchase (first- hand and second- hand), leases and tenancies agreements, financing deals and structuring relating to property holding special purpose companies. The role will at times be demanding and fast paced so you will need to be an efficient worker who can prioritise, multi-task and remain calm under pressure. 

Areas of focus and responsibilities

The role is focused on advising and assisting an exceptional client base and will involve: 

• Drafting legal documents and correspondence 
• Legal Research 
• Giving advice to clients in writing and in person 
• Managing the case file with supervision of a Partner. 
• Assisting in the structuring and formation of various types of Real Estate deals

Given our multi-disciplinary approach in providing our clients with solutions, you will also get to collaborate with colleagues with an exceptional wealth of experience both in the Tokyo office and other offices, and other practice groups.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job and, as such, the role may include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.

Skills and experience 

• Have experience in property and project sale and purchases, leases and tenancies agreements, and structuring for property holding special purpose companies
• Experience in commercial and residential property investment including financing and refinancing
• 2 PQE and above
• Strong analytical skills 
• Excellent communication and drafting skills in English
• Open-minded, motivated and dynamic
• Japan qualified 

Information for Recruitment Agencies

Withersworldwide endeavours to recruit and fill vacancies directly. However, when we do need to engage with agencies, Withersworldwide operates a preferred supplier list and will not be accepting unsolicited applications from non-PSL agencies for this role.

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement 

It is the policy of Withersworldwide to provide equal opportunities for all employees in relation to recruitment, training and promotion.  Decisions in these areas will be made only by reference to the requirements of the job and shall not be influenced by any consideration of ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability.

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