Director & Global Legal Counsel

ASM

10 Jul 2023

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ASM is a leading global supplier of products, services, and materials for semiconductor processing. For more than half a century, innovation has been at the core of everything we do. Our smart, ambitious people are dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions for the world’s leading semiconductor providers. Every day we push the development of next-generation computer-chip technology, always staying a few steps ahead of what’s next.

The talented, enthusiastic people at ASM are just like you: dedicated to improving people’s lives and unlocking new potential. With our collaborative approach to R&D, we advance key semiconductor technologies and platforms like ALD, epitaxy, PEALD, PECVD, and vertical furnaces. And we have recently entered the promising high-growth market: silicon carbide epitaxy. Year after year, our innovations help to make chips smaller, faster, and more powerful. In fact, you will find our technology in every aspect of modern life: in AI, medical equipment, 5G, smartphones, autonomous driving, and more.

ASM is seeking a Director & Global Legal Counsel based in Singapore, reporting to the Senior Director Global Legal Counsel, to independently review and negotiate high value and high-volume agreements and draft standard terms & conditions to help support the legal and global business units in varied operational tasks and negotiations.

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Responsibilities include:

Provide proactive and preventive legal advice and recommendations, incorporating both legal decisions and knowledge of ASM’s business
Partner senior management and other internal stakeholders to provide business-oriented actionable solutions

Liaise with internal global stakeholders particularly in procurement, supply chain/ logistics, facilities in reviewing of agreements and terms & conditions for:

direct and indirect global procurement including high value contract manufacturing agreements
global logistics, facility construction, lease, renovation contracts;
negotiating tool evaluation agreements and restrictive confidentiality agreements with major semiconductor industry giants

Lead strategic projects/workstreams being assigned to partner business stakeholders
Develop and harmonize scalable processes for contract handling
Improve internal tools and policies to streamline and maximize efficiency, as well as supporting growth and effectively coordinating with team and database developers for implementation
Provide legal training where required
Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Ability Requirements

Excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to triage matters and set expectations with internal stakeholders on timelines.
Ability to collaborate and build strong effective internal and external relationships
Self-starter with the ability to drive independently and results-oriented, exhibiting adaptability and agility
A strong, impactful and strategic partner to business leaders, recognized for providing pragmatic advice and thought leadership

Key Qualifications

Bachelor of Law Degree from a reputed university
An advanced degree, such as an Master's degree or legal qualifications are highly desirable.
10-12 years’ experience in-house, preferably in the manufacturing and/or semiconductor sector
Experience working in MNC in a global role, prominently in Asian countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, China and India

At ASM we are committed to supporting our people, enabling them to develop their talents and perform at their best. We actively promote an inclusive and diverse culture that fosters trust and transparency. Our people are our power, and we value the differences between everyone because it is what make us better as a team. By embracing a wide range of perspectives, we enable a culture of continuous exploration and adoption of new ideas. At every step, we know that it is our valued people who enable us to deliver excellent products and service to our clients – and to make a meaningful difference in society.

So join us on our journey and unleash the power of an open mind. Discover how you can be part of our exciting future and apply today! To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Director & Global Legal Counsel

ASM

10 Jul 2023

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