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Senior Corporate Counsel Legal

AMD

Penang, MalaysiaFull TimeSenior
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Location
Penang, Malaysia
Employment
Full Time
Work model
On-Site
Level
Senior

About this role

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING   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 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.   THE PERSON: 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Investigations & Risk Management 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. Compliance Advisory & Program Support 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.  Regional Program Scaling & Effectiveness 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.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience leading internal investigations or managing casework. Experience supporting ethics & compliance

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