Legal Contracts Administrator (Japanese Speaking) - Toa Payoh

About the Role

In this role, you will assume a wide range of responsibilities, all of which will require critical thinking, innovation, and integrity. We are looking for someone with a solid work ethic, impeccable attention to detail, high energy, strong project management skills and a positive attitude.

Workday is a fast growing company, and you will need to manage multiple priorities, work independently and be proactive. The utmost confidentiality is imperative, as you will be working on sensitive projects and will be privy to confidential information.

The role covers contract review across APAC and Japan (including contracts written in Japanese).

• Manage the workflow and contract review process for a variety of contract types, beginning with receipt of requests for contract generation through routing for signatures and final distribution.
• Assist with maintenance and improvement of contracts management processes and systems as well as implementation and enforcement of contract policies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams during contract review, acting as a key contact for the legal department by providing guidance on commonly requested edits, non-standard terms, policies, questions, etc.
• Review proposed modifications to contracts and work with internal business partners and third parties to negotiate terms and obtain approvals for modifications as required.
• Draft and revise contract wording to address various situations as they arise.
• Maintain processes between the legal department and other groups, collaborating to continually improve the contracts administration process.
• Assist with legal review and response to requests for proposals (RFP/RFI/RFQ).
• Complete assigned projects as determined by needs of the business and department.
• Handle some compliance, regulatory and/or internal policy matters

About You

• 5+ years of experience managing contracts (including drafting and negotiating preferably subscription/technology contracts) and contractual operations in a corporate environment.
• Relevant experience in a legal setting e.g. law firm
• Fluency in Japanese
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Any legal qualifications or studies e.g. paralegal certification

• Able to review and negotiate documents such as NDAs with minimal guidance.
• Able to draft amendments related to Order Forms and Subscription Agreements.
• Has experience in handling compliance, regulatory and/or internal policy matters
• Ability to follow written processes to ensure successful and correct completion of assigned work.
• Ability to set priorities, be flexible and handle multiple tasks, and to track and follow up on projects.
• Detail oriented, meticulous and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that enable working collaboratively in a team environment with all levels of the company, including executive management and sales teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, shift focus, adapt to changing priorities, maintain patience in high pressure situations and take initiative where appropriate.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with a contract management system, i.e. SFDC, Apttus
• Experience with electronic signature software, i.e. AdobeSign (preferred), DocuSign.
• Strong persuasive abilities, including outstanding influence and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-output, team oriented, practical environment.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the Company.