Investigator, Ethics & Legal Compliance

Company: KLA-Belgium
Location: Milpitas
Posted on: April 4, 2021

Job Description:

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 in 2019 we invested 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's 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 provides legal guidance to further KLA's 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 company's business objectives and expertise in the laws and regulations relevant to the business worldwide.The Investigator, Ethics & Legal Compliance, will be responsible for investigating any potential issue that violates KLA's policies, values, or applicable law or regulation. The Investigator is expected to conduct investigations in a fair, impartial, and thorough manner, including conducting employee and third party interviews, document review and analysis, managing and working with outside law and document review firms, drafting investigation reports and recommendations, and reporting out investigations findings at all levels within KLA, depending on the matter. The Investigator must have uncompromising integrity, be able to handle multiple complex investigations concurrently, and be able to demonstrate empathy for those involved in the investigation process, but at the same time be able to provide direct feedback and confront witnesses and subjects about difficult information and findings. This position will report into the Legal and Compliance Organization (LCO). Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as a full-time investigator for any issue involving a potential violation of KLA's policies, values, or applicable law or regulation. This may include investigating antitrust, anti-bribery and corruption, discrimination, harassment, IP theft, product regulatory, privacy, conflict of interest, and other ethics, compliance and workplace issues.--
• As a full-time investigator, it is expected that the investigator will initiate and complete all investigation steps, including document review, interviews, investigation reports, recommend remedial actions, and reporting out on investigation findings, trends and related metrics.--
• Assist with the management of outside law firms and other third parties (e.g., data forensic, investigation, and document review firms).
• Manage large document reviews with outside third parties, including the collection, review, and analysis of relevant documents.
• Assist with enhancing KLA's investigation procedures, investigator training, and reporting capabilities, including managing any enhancements to KLA's investigation case management and whistleblower tool.
• Conduct employee training on KLA's investigation process, including reporting channels and the importance of raising issues.
• Assist with tracking investigation metrics and trends and preparing related presentations for use with executive management and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.--
• Support the Legal and Compliance Organization on other projects, initiatives, and strategic opportunities as may arise from time-to-time.Adaptability, Collaborates, Communication, Customer Focus, Decision Quality, Drives Results, Innovation, KLA Values, Problem Solving, Work ProcessesMinimum Qualifications
  • 4-year undergraduate degree; J.D. preferred (but this is a non-attorney position)
  • At least 8+ years conducting internal investigations in-house or law firm
  • Qualified Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) preferred
  • Fluent English, with Chinese oral and written communication skills highly preferred.
  • Exceptional investigation skills, with deep experience in conducting a wide variety of investigations, such as fraud, IP theft, anti-bribery and corruption, discrimination, harassment, conflict of interest, privacy, etc.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills; must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels of the organization, including business executives.
  • Strong and independent demeanor, capable of standing up to business pressures and strong client personalities.
  • Self-motivated and persistent; strong ability and comfort in exercising independent judgment for obtaining results while containing legal risk.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Passionate about, and acts with, uncompromising integrity.--
  • The Investigator will need to travel frequently to international locations, upwards of 25-50% of time travelling to locations outside of the United States (once it is safe to do so in light of Covid).--We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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 talent.acquisition@kla.com to request accommodation.

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