Legal Compliance Specialist

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop smartphone wearable device voice-controlled gadget flexible screen VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles integrated circuits packaging printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists engineers data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

The Legal Compliance Organization (LCO) team headquartered in Milpitas CA and second headquarters in Ann Arbor MI provides legal guidance to further KLAs strategic objectives and protect and preserve the legal ethical and financial integrity and reputation of the Company. With specific expertise in the areas of corporate law commercial law employment law and intellectual property; the LCO offers strategic legal counsel that is informed by a clear understanding of the companys business objectives and expertise in the laws and regulations relevant to the business worldwide.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

KLA is seeking a highly motivated and detailed Compliance Specialist to join our Ethics & Legal Compliance team within the Legal & Compliance Organization. The Compliance Specialist will play a key role in supporting KLAs global compliance program with a focus on anti-corruption conflicts-of-interest and third-party compliance efforts. The role requires strong project management skills attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment to ensure sound risk management and global regulatory alignment. The successful candidate will bring expertise in compliance across areas such as third-party due diligence conflicts of interest and compliance data reporting along with experience coordinating policy management platforms. This role also requires a proactive approach to cross-functional engagement including close coordination with Internal Audit to identify and address risk areas and strengthen internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• General

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of KLAs global compliance program; lead and track compliance-related projects.

• Policy Administration:

• Be a project manager for policy administration across KLA. Maintain and evolve compliance-related policies particularly around anti-bribery gifts & entertainment conflicts of interest and third-party engagement. Prior experience with digital tools such as the NAVEX suite including PolicyTech and building O365 SharePoint sites is strongly preferred.

• Third-Party Due Diligence & Management:

• Lead end-to-end due diligence and risk assessments for third parties (involving state-owned enterprises or higher-risk jurisdictions) ensuring appropriate onboarding renewal and escalation processes are followed in accordance with anti-corruption laws and KLA policies.

• Conflicts of Interest:

• Administer and enhance the KLA conflicts of interest process including disclosure reviews mitigation planning and employee training in partnership with HR and business units.

• Metrics and Reporting:

• Develop and lead dashboards and reporting tools to track compliance activities identify trends and report key insights to senior leaders and governance committees. Working experience with Power BI Alteryx Tableau or other data analytics and/or visualization tools is a plus.

• Cross-Functional Partnership:

• Serve as a compliance advisor to business collaborators and work with Legal HR Procurement Finance and other key departments to support a culture of compliance.

• Internal Audit Collaboration:

• Work closely with Internal Audit to align on risk assessment priorities share findings related to anti-corruption and third-party risk and support audit readiness and remediation efforts.

• Regulatory Monitoring:

• Stay informed of legal and regulatory developments impacting anti-corruption and third-party risk and recommend enhancements to policies and procedures as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or 4-year college degree equivalent required and 1 or more compliance certifications a plus (e.g. CCEP CFE).

• At least 5 years of compliance legal or risk management experience preferably working in a large global corporate or legal environment.

• Strong working knowledge of global compliance frameworks including FCPA UK Bribery Act etc.

• Hands-on experience with third-party risk platforms and policy management tools (e.g. due diligence software case management systems NAVEX suite including PolicyTech).

• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally particularly with Internal Audit or enterprise risk management functions.

• Analytical approach with strong attention to detail and process improvement.

• Excellent project management organizational interpersonal written and verbal communication skills.

• High integrity and a commitment to ethical conduct.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Masters Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelors Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

Base Pay Range: $100700.00 - $171200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical dental vision life and other voluntary benefits 401(K) including company matching employee stock purchase program (ESPP) student debt assistance tuition reimbursement program development and career growth opportunities and programs financial planning benefits wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP) paid time off and paid company holidays and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors including state minimum pay wage rates location job-related skills experience and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at or at 1- to request accommodation.

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