Representative Member (Limited, Gomei, and Goshi Companies)
だいひょうしゃいん（ゆうげんがいしゃ・ごうめいがいしゃ・ごうしがいしゃ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Executives
- Minor : Corporate Executives
Summary
Representative member in limited companies, gomei companies, and goshi companies who represents the company, executes business operations, and bears responsibility in an officer-like position.
Description
The representative member (limited, gomei, goshi companies) is a member who represents the company and holds business execution authority. In limited companies, they bear limited liability up to the amount of their capital contribution as limited liability members. In gomei companies and goshi companies, they bear unlimited liability for company debts as unlimited liability members. Representative members are granted representative rights through registration based on the Companies Act and Commercial Code, and they handle contract negotiations with trading partners and financial institutions, negotiations with investors and creditors, business plan formulation, financial management, and more. They are also responsible for organizational operations, maintaining legal compliance, convening and chairing shareholder meetings or member meetings, and fulfill a vital role at the forefront of small and medium-sized enterprise management.
Future Outlook
Amid diverse corporate organizational structures, demand remains stable for management leaders in small and medium-sized enterprises. While shifts toward simpler forms such as godo kaisha continue, the role of representative member is expected to maintain its importance.
Personality Traits
Excellent judgment skills / Good negotiation skills / Has leadership / Honest / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Discretionary Labor System / Full-time / Office Work / Remote
Career Path
一般社員（従業員） → 執行社員・業務執行社員 → 代表社員
Required Skills
Basic Financial Accounting Knowledge / Commercial Registration / Companies Act / Negotiation Skills / Risk Management
Recommended Skills
Financial Planning / Legal Practice / Personnel and Labor Management / Presentation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Coordination and negotiation with stakeholders is necessary. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To lead management decisions. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for formulating business plans and organizational management. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving in business operations is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to the significant responsibilities involved. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine business operations, with minimal need for new ideas. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work with low physical demands. |
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