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This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced compliance attorney or professional to join a multidisciplinary Global Litigation & Compliance team and help implement and sustain Applied Materials’ compliance programs in China. Based in Shanghai, this will be a critical role with broad responsibilities reporting into the Senior Director, Ethics & Compliance but also working in close partnership with the Regional Compliance Officer for China. The primary focus of the role will be promoting business ethics and compliance in the areas of anti-bribery, anti-corruption, anti-fraud, and conflicts of interest by leveraging traditional tools (policies and procedures, training and awareness campaigns, advice and counsel) and innovating creative solutions to manage compliance risks arising from an evolving regulatory environment.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, and in coordination and collaboration with the broader Global Litigation & Compliance team, you will be responsible for:
Continually analyzing compliance-related laws and regulations applicable to the company and their impact on strategy and operations
Serving as the regional subject matter expert and providing proactive and reactive counsel and guidance to regional executive teams and leaders regarding compliance issues
Conducting and advising on compliance risk assessments, audits, and due diligence reviews
Designing, implementing, and overseeing compliance controls and tools, including working with compliance technology support to address any gaps identified
Leading and managing compliance evaluations and approvals related to conflicts of interest, corporate donations, business gifts, and third-party onboarding
Driving awareness around compliance issues in the region, including developing and delivering training, communicating company policies, and overseeing regional awareness campaigns
Partnering with legal and business colleagues to support M&A activity in the region
Supporting company engagement with regional government, industry, and peer groups on compliance and related issues
Preparing and presenting periodic reports to various stakeholders, including global and regional executives and leaders, Legal & Compliance Organization colleagues, and control function counterparts
Undertaking special projects and supporting other compliance program initiatives as may be assigned
Key Qualifications
10+ years’ relevant experience in-house and/or with a top-tier law firm experience with a substantial focus on compliance (business ethics, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, anti-fraud, and conflicts of interest) for 8+ years
Experience leading – from China – a regional compliance program for a multinational company
Experience supporting and collaborating with stakeholders at all organizational levels, including executives (C-Suite, CISO, etc.)
Ability to influence beyond authority in a complex and matrixed organization
Strong background in risk assessmentsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, impeccable integrity, good judgment, strong analytical skills, flexible, and pragmatic.
Collaborative by nature and able to build strong partnerships across cultures and regions.
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able to manage and prioritize a diverse and complex workload.
Demonstrable ability to drive global, enterprise-wide policies and practices;
Fluent in both written and spoken English and Mandarin
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Preferred Qualifications
LLM from an accredited US law school; J.D. from an accredited US law school a plus
Significant work experience with a US-based multinational company
Experience within the semiconductor industry
This position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Qualifications
Education:
Doctorate Degree
Skills:
Certifications:
Languages:
Years of Experience:
7 - 10 Years
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Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 25% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.