Senior Prosecutor
じょうせきけんさつかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A senior prosecutor in district or high public prosecutor's offices who directs investigations, makes indictment decisions, delivers sentencing arguments in court, etc.
Description
Senior Prosecutors lead prosecution teams in high public prosecutor's offices or district public prosecutor's offices, handling the direction of criminal investigations, decisions on indictment or non-indictment, and sentencing arguments in court. They supervise evidence collection and interrogations of involved parties in coordination with the police to ensure proper legal application. They also play important managerial roles in guiding and developing subordinate prosecutors and formulating case handling policies. They perform a wide range of duties, including coordination with courts and related agencies, and preparation of official documents.
Future Outlook
With the diversification and internationalization of crime, greater expertise in investigations and indictments will be required. Handling of digital evidence and capabilities for cybercrime response are expected to become important.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Has a sense of justice / High ethical standards / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Civil servant / Court appearances / Fixed hours / Team investigation / Transfers possible
Career Path
Judicial Trainee → District Prosecutor's Office Prosecutor → Senior Assistant Prosecutor → Senior Prosecutor → Prosecutor General
Required Skills
Completed Judicial Training / Court argumentation skills / Expert knowledge of criminal procedure law / Investigation command / Passed the Bar Exam
Recommended Skills
Management skills / Negotiation and adjustment skills / Official document preparation / Research and analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because logical judgment is required by applying evidence and laws. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate handling of evidence and legal documents is necessary. |
| Communication Skills | Because advanced communication skills are required in court arguments and coordination with related parties. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because continuous learning of legal amendments and precedents is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because problem-solving skills are needed to resolve complex cases. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because high stress tolerance is needed for duties involving heavy responsibility. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is relatively limited as the work is centered on procedural tasks based on law. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative analysis is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly office work centered on long hours of sitting. |
Related Qualifications
- Completed Judicial Training
- Passed the Bar Exam
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- Judge
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