Senior Corporate Counsel Legal Job at AMD (Penang)

Job Description

AMD is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel – Ethics & Compliance to help scale our global Ethics & Compliance program. This role will conduct internal investigations across Asia Pacific and India, while also driving continued programmatic development in the conflicts of interest, anti-corruption, competition, and third-party risk management programs. Reporting to the Director – Ethics & Compliance Legal, this role contributes to program effectiveness, risk mitigation, and alignment with global standards, while interfacing with regional and global stakeholders.

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage complex compliance investigations, ensuring objective, thorough, and timely resolution of matters across jurisdictions
Manage the regional docket of compliance cases, including prioritization, tracking, and oversight
Triage incoming reports (e.g., helpline, internal referrals) and determine appropriate course of action
Prepare clear, well-reasoned investigation reports, including findings and recommended remediation actions
Partner with HR, Legal, and Internal Audit to develop and implement remediation and disciplinary actions
Identify root causes and systemic issues and drive improvements to prevent recurrence
Support engagement and oversight of external counsel or advisors, where applicable
Provide legal advice and guidance on ethics and compliance matters, including conflicts of interest, anti-corruption, competition, and third-party risk management
Review and advise on complex conflicts of interest and high-risk third-party situations
Support implementation and operation of global compliance programs, applying a risk-based approach
Leverage AI, automation, and data analytics to drive actionable insights for continuous program improvement
Support scaling of global compliance programs in Asia, ensuring alignment with local regulatory requirements and business practices
Assist in preparation and delivery of regional and global leadership reporting, including summaries of investigations, trends, and program effectiveness
Support regional compliance awareness, communications, and training initiatives
Identify and drive program improvements, including enhancements to processes, controls, and tools
Contribute to policy development and updates, aligned with evolving legal and regulatory expectations
Collaborate with global compliance teams to ensure alignment and consistency across regions

Requirements

Strong legal, investigative, and analytical skills with a practical, business-oriented mindset
Demonstrated ability to handle complex and sensitive matters with sound judgment and discretion
Effective communicator with ability to engage and influence cross-functional and regional stakeholders
High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, global environment
Standout colleague with a good sense of humor and positive, can-do attitude
Experience leading internal investigations or managing casework
Experience supporting ethics & compliance programs, including anti-corruption, competition, or privacy
Experience in a multinational or technology environment is a plus
Bachelor's degree and Law degree (JD/LLB or equivalent)
Qualified to practice law (or in-house equivalent) in relevant jurisdiction(s)

Nice to have

Experience supporting ethics & compliance programs, including anti-corruption, competition, or privacy
Experience in a multinational or technology environment is a plus

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