Legal & Compliance Professional
Company: Aksia
Role summary
Legal & Compliance Professional is a role at Aksia in Tokyo, Japan (on-site). Posted 2026-09-03. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Legal & Compliance Professional
- Company
- Aksia
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-09-03
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team where you can really make your mark. If you're looking for a role where you can grow your expertise in a regulated industry, this is it! The company offers a supportive environment for you to develop your career.
Job description
Aksia Overview
Aksia is an alternative assets specialist, providing investment solutions for institutional investors globally. Our business provides clients with investment management, advisory and research services across hedge funds, private credit, private equity, real assets, and real estate. As of April 30 th , 2026, Aksia advises on over $340bn and manages $38bn of client capital.
Position Overview:
Aksia is actively seeking a lawyer to join our Legal & Compliance team, which is responsible for overseeing the legal and regulatory affairs of Aksia Japan, an FSA registered investment advisor with global affiliates. This position will provide compliance and legal support to Aksia’s offices globally with a focus on compliance, investment structuring, and deal work.
This position will be based in Aksia’s Tokyo office and will provide compliance and legal support to Aksia’s offices globally.
Responsibilities
Work closely with investment and operations teams to identify and resolve questions related to compliance and investments
Assist with compliance monitoring and oversight for registered investment companies
Monitor regulatory updates, changes and guidance related to registered investment companies and propose policy and/or procedure updates as necessary
Negotiate assignment, participation, subscription, limited partnership and other transactional agreements in connection with investments made by Aksia’s investment management clients
Prepare and negotiate side letters on behalf of Aksia’s clients
Assist with legal structuring and oversight of SMAs, including negotiation of offering documents and ancillary service provider agreements
Assist with project management and oversight of outside counsel engagements
Coordinate with outside counsel regarding registered investment company matters
Assist with ad hoc compliance and legal work
Qualifications
3+ years of experience working as an attorney or paralegal within the Investment Management/Private Funds group of a law firm or an investment company
Working knowledge of relevant securities rules and regulations, including but not limited to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act of Japan
Experience in private markets fund formation
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including project management
Highly motivated and organized
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage projects independently
Attentive to detail
Effective writing and communication skills
Positive attitude, team player and strong work ethic
Japanese and English languages are a requirement