Attorney

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Illumina is looking for a highly motivated, energetic attorney that is creative and strategic with a drive to deliver results in a fast-paced, innovative environment. The primary responsibility of the attorney is to provide legal support for Japan and, on an as need basis, to Illumina’s commercial organization across Asia Pacific. The attorney will work collaboratively with the regional legal team as well as colleagues from the global legal organization and external legal counsel as needed. This position will be based in Tokyo, Japan. All About You Tasks and Responsibilities: Provide actionable and sound legal counsel on matters as designated by the Director, Legal, APAC. This includes: Advising and supporting the Japan business and supporting functions, managing projects, deals, and initiatives, as well as successfully drive them to completion.. Working closely with Illumina’s commercial operations and Contracts Administration team to review, draft and negotiate terms and conditions on the sale of Illumina products and services. Enabling the business to be compliant with applicable laws, corporate policies and procedures, industry codes and guidelines by supporting the development of legal documentation and the preparation of training materials. Advising on employee relations matters, preparing and reviewing legal documentation as required. Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating routine transactional documents such as real estate leases, non-disclosure agreements, and master services agreements. Developing, reviewing, drafting and negotiating agreements such as consultancy, grants, research collaborations, sponsorships, and speaker agreements. Identifying and implementing opportunities to increase operational efficiencies within the Legal and Contracts Administration organization through standardization of legal documentation and establishment of better processes. Assisting with the monitoring and assessment of external counsel on assigned projects where applicable, to ensure consistent delivery of prompt, cost effective and quality legal services. Supporting on corporate secretarial matters as necessary and instructing and liaising with external corporate secretarial services vendor as appropriate. All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities. Preferred Education: Law degree from a recognized law school Legally qualified to practice in Japan as preference, open to considering candidates qualified in other jurisdictions, preferably the United States of America or the United Kingdom. Preferred Experience: Approximately 8 years of post-admission experience (both in-house and top tier law firm) Ability to identify key issues and consistently apply a high standard of integrity, professionalism, legal knowledge, expertise and business ethics. Track record in providing practical, commercially focused and value-added legal advice with a “can do” attitude Excellent drafting and negotiation skills Strong communication skills in Japanese and English is a must, both verbal and written Able to work autonomously as well as within a team environment Very comfortable with changing prioritie ... (truncated, view full listing at source)