Western Digital Director Senior Legal Counsel 

Canada, Alberta 

514508180

Here’s how you can help.

• Serve as initial point of contact and manager for a variety of legal matters in China (and other APAC countries, Hong Kong and Taiwan), including sales and marketing, employment, regulatory compliance and litigation.
• Integrate into the business as a strategic business partner and provide legal guidance in the context of the business to achieve the Company’s goals.
• Work closely with management of different functions in China (and other APAC countries) as a trusted advisor and partner.
• Provide advice and counsel on a variety of legal issues, including commercial transactions, sales and marketing support, corporate matters, employment related issues, regulatory and litigation.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of risk management strategies that align with the company’s business objectives and legal obligations.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a variety of commercial contracts.
• Identify potential legal issues and risks related to business practices and policies.
• Partner with internal client groups to respond to legal and compliance issues and find practical solutions that balance risk and business opportunities.
• Coordinate and collaborate with appropriate legal department members globally to assess and manage legal matters in a consistent manner.
• Works with supervisor to develop and review internal policies and compliance procedures.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance best practices, supporting the Board and executive management in maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee local litigation, in coordination with the U.S. litigation team.
• Representing the company before any authorities, tribunals or courts. as may be necessary.
• Support local investigations, in coordination with HR and the Ethics and Compliance team.
• Work professionally and productively with outside counsel to maximize the value of counsel’s input and minimize outside counsel fees.

• LL.B. /LL.M. from a reputable law school. Oversea degree would be an advantage
• A minimum of 5-6 years of relevant transactional experience in a top tier law firm and in-house legal department with specific focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to understand potentially complex legal issues and translate into simple and effective guidance for internal stakeholders
• Ability to find creative solutions to achieve business goals
• Excellent English oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Experience working in (or with) technology companies and/or in the technology industry
• Comfortable balancing and prioritizing competing/ shifting demands and deadlines from multiple stakeholders
• Track record of providing high-quality, timely results on a wide variety of commercial matters
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently
• Team player with a strong sense of collaboration with other stakeholders, both within the legal department and cross-functionally.
• Growth mindset with a desire to understand the company’s business and industry.
• International experience with a highly regarded top tier law firm essential.
• Experience of working for a global company (either in house or as a client).
• Previous in-house experience (including secondments) an advantage.
• Experience partnering with business to respond to legal issues and establish strategic priorities.