Director of Legal & Compliance – Governance & Risk

Rigaku Americas Holding; Texas; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Rigaku Americas Holding, Inc. seeks a seasoned Legal and Compliance Director to lead governance, legal affairs, risk management, and regulatory compliance for RAH and affiliated entities.

This executive role reports to the CEO of RAH and collaborates with Rigaku Holdings Corporation’s General Counsel. The incumbent will counsel on contracts, manage outside counsel, implement robust compliance programs, and strengthen governance while aligning legal strategies with business objectives across the

Qualifications

• J.D. or LL.M. required; bar qualifications preferred.
• 10+ years in legal/compliance, with international and manufacturing experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage teams and partner with business leaders.
• Thorough knowledge of corporate, regulatory, and compliance laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel across governance, contracts, and operations.
• Develop templates for key agreements and manage outside counsel.
• Oversee compliance programs, risk management, training, and audits.
• Ensure SOX compliance and financial controls alignment.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on necessary actions.

Skills

Legal leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Strategic partner

Education

J.D. or LL.M.

Bar qualifications preferred

Job description

Rigaku Americas Holding, Inc. seeks a seasoned Legal and Compliance Director to lead governance, legal affairs, risk management, and regulatory compliance for RAH and affiliated entities.

This executive role reports to the CEO of RAH and collaborates with Rigaku Holdings Corporation’s General Counsel. The incumbent will counsel on contracts, manage outside counsel, implement robust compliance programs, and strengthen governance while aligning legal strategies with business objectives across the