JAPANESE LAW EXPERT - IN-HOUSE

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: In-House Counsel (Japan) Type: Contract Compensation: $140–$150/hour Location: Remote Commitment: ~10 hours Role Responsibilities • Evaluate AI-generated responses on Japanese law by running prompts through two AI (LLM) platforms . • Compare outputs from both platforms and score them against a standardized rubric . • Submit concise written feedback for every evaluation to improve AI model performance . • Work independently to meet deadlines and ensure high-quality evaluations. • Maintain confidentiality as all work is covered by NDA . Qualifications Must-Have • 5+ years as in-house legal counsel practicing in Japan . • Strong command of Japanese law , especially commercial and contract matters. • Sharp attention to detail and precise written communication. • Able to work independently to a rubric and to deadlines. Compensation & Legal • Hourly contractor • Paid weekly via Stripe Connect Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.