上うえに立たつ

expression, godan verb (-tsu)

be in a leading position; be in charge

Describes someone who is at the top of a group or organization, guiding or managing others. Often used in contexts of leadership, supervision, or responsibility.

• 彼かれはチームの上うえに立たつ立たち場ばになった。

  He took a position leading the team.

• 組そ織しきの上うえに立たつ者ものとして、責せき任にんを感かんじている。

  As someone in charge of the organization, I feel responsible.