Director Global Compliance & Investigations

AMD; Penang; On-site; MYR 473,000 - 631,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Director of Global Compliance & Investigations based in Penang, Malaysia. The role involves designing and enhancing compliance policies and managing investigations into business conduct concerns. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in compliance and a strong background in the technology sector. A Juris Doctor degree and a license to practice law are essential. The position offers an opportunity to shape compliance practices in a dynamic environment and collaborate with global stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in compliance and investigations.
• Experience in the technology and semiconductor industry is preferred.
• License to practice law in relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing anti-bribery/anti-corruption due diligence.
• Conduct thorough investigations into ethical violations.
• Oversee preparation of investigation reports.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work across time zones

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Director Global Compliance & Investigations

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.

THE ROLE:

AMD’s Ethics, Risk and Compliance organization is seeking a seasoned in-house attorney to join our Ethics, Risk & Compliance team. The Director of Global Compliance & Investigations will be based in Penang, Malaysia and report to the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer. You will assist in designing, executing, and continuously enhancing risk-based policies, controls, training, and monitoring across conflicts of interest, gifts and entertainment, charitable/political activities, third-party risk management, and books-and-records/internal accounting controls. You will also build, earn, and maintain trust with global stakeholders through the promotion of trustworthy reporting channels; effective intake, assessment, investigation, and resolution of business conduct compliance concerns. You will work in a fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding environment where your legal, analytical, organizational, and investigative skills will play an impactful role in tackling some of the most complex, interesting, and cutting-edge business conduct compliance issues in the technology sector.

THE PERSON:

• Experience in the technology, semiconductor or related global industries preferred.
• Ability to build a strong reputation and by negotiating successfully across a global and multi-functioned organization, and with external customers and partners.
• Demonstrated experience with channel partner risk management in the technology sector, including in high-risk markets.
• Hands-on experience with p hjartner incentives and controls (special pricing/discounts, rebates, MDF, deal registration, channel marketing events, etc.).
• Uses broad knowledge, deep expertise, and strong judgment to balance legal risks and business objectives and resolving complex and challenging issues.
• Willingness to work across time zones.
• Demonstrated ability to drive self and team to plan and execute effectively, to continuously improve, and to influence others.
• Exceptional executive briefing skills and ability to advise senior and executive management on investigations and downstream channel compliance matters having significant impact to company.
• Networks with key contacts in and outside of own area of expertise to continuously improve investigations program effectiveness.
• Ability to drive intra-company and cross-functional initiatives and teams effectively, particularly for implementing post-investigation remediation actions, driving channel and end-use compliance, and implementing investigations program improvements.
• Insatiable curiosity, desire to uncover and follow facts where they lead, and a passion for contributing to the whole spectrum of compliance needs—enjoys learning about cutting-edge technology.
• Creative problem-solver with a practical, collaborative, solution-oriented mindset.
• A standout colleague with a good sense of humor and positive, can-do attitude.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Third-party due diligence and lifecycle management.
• Assist in implementing risk-based anti-bribery/anticorruption (ABAC) due diligence program for third parties, including screening, beneficial ownership mapping, adverse media, and enhanced due diligence where warranted.
• Partner with relevant business stakeholders in third-party onboarding, monitoring, renewal and remediation/termination decisions.
• Analyze and render decisions on employee disclosures of conflicts of interest (COI) and gifts, entertainment, travel, and hospitality (G&E).
• Review higher-risk requests (government touchpoints) and ensure controls over related expenditures.
• Partner with E&C Training and Communications to draft and deliver targeted training and on ABAC, COI, G&E and third-party risk management, for employees and relevant third parties.
• Conduct and oversee objective, thorough and effective investigations into credible allegations of legal and ethical violations, working across borders and jurisdictions as necessary.
• Oversee the preparation of clear, accurate, and comprehensive investigation reports documenting allegations, findings, and recommendations for discipline and corrective actions, at the level of detail appropriate for each investigation.
• Crystalize relevant information to effectively and timely brief company executives on investigation plans, disciplinary outcomes, and remediation plans.
• Effectively communicate and partner with external auditors to foster trust in our investigations process and integrity of outcomes.
• Work cross-functionally with Internal Audit, Human Resources and Legal Department attorneys to propose and implement post-investigation discipline and remediation plans.
• Train and develop investigations team members to create and implement investigation plans, design relevant remediation steps, and manage logistics to assure timely completion and high-quality documentation.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of related experience required, including 5 years focused on compliance and investigations in a multinational corporate environment and/or top-tier law firm.
• Experience in the technology and semiconductor industry is a plus.
• Experience with the channel sales model and channel compliance is a plus.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degree (or equivalent) from a reputed institution.
• License to practice law (or in-house equivalent) in relevant jurisdiction(s).

Benefits offered are described:

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AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

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