Senior Manager, Regulatory Counsel

The group you’ll be a part of

This position is part of a global ethics, compliance, and regulatory team, and must be based in Lam's Singapore office.

The impact you’ll make

As APAC Regulatory Counsel, you will play a critical role in providing strategic legal guidance on product and materials regulations, supply chain sustainability and due diligence, and other regulatory and compliance matters affecting Lam's business across the Asia Pacific region. In this highly dynamic role, you will help Lam anticipate and navigate rapidly evolving regulatory expectations across multiple jurisdictions, translating complex legal requirements into practical, business-focused solutions. You will partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to identify and manage regulatory risks, support strategic initiatives, and enable responsible growth. Your expertise will help strengthen compliance readiness across the organization by developing scalable, sustainable, and future-focused approaches to regulatory compliance. You will be expected not only to interpret regulations but also to help design and mature compliance frameworks that support innovation, operational excellence, and long-term business objectives. As a trusted advisor to executive and senior leadership, you will provide practical legal counsel on complex and emerging regulatory issues, helping shape business decisions in an increasingly regulated global environment. Success in this role requires strong business judgment, intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for helping the business respond effectively to evolving regulatory challenges and opportunities.

What you’ll do

• Reporting to the Director, Ethics & Compliance and Regulatory Counsel, you will partner with the APAC Regional Legal team to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance to the Global Product Group and regional stakeholders on product regulatory compliance and related matters across Asia Pacific, including environmental sustainability, health and safety (EHS), disclosure and reporting obligations, third-party due diligence, risk management, and emerging regulatory requirements.
• Help design, implement, and mature scalable compliance frameworks for complex and emerging regulatory areas, including product compliance, sustainability, supply chain due diligence, disclosure and reporting obligations, and other global and Asia Pacific regulatory requirements affecting Lam's products, operations, and customers.
• Provide legal support to the Global Trade Compliance Team; monitor and advise on regulatory developments, legislative initiatives, and policy trends across Asia Pacific; manage local external counsel as appropriate; and partner with product, sales, operations, sustainability, and government affairs teams to continuously improve compliance programs and regional business readiness.
• Contribute to the broader Ethics & Compliance program by supporting the effective implementation of compliance policies, procedures, third-party due diligence processes, training, communications, internal investigations, and other compliance initiatives.
• Monitor legal trends, regulatory changes, and industry developments across Asia Pacific to identify emerging risks and opportunities, and translate complex local requirements into clear, actionable guidance for regional and global stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business and functional leaders, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and support business goals

Who we’re looking for

• Law degree or equivalent professional legal qualification with more than 10 years of progressive legal experience, including at least 5-6 years focused on regulatory counseling, with substantial experience advising on regulations affecting industrial equipment, product compliance, material sourcing, and supply chain operations. 
• Experience supporting matters across multiple Asia Pacific jurisdictions is strongly preferred
• Qualified and in good standing to practice law in at least one relevant jurisdiction. Admission in Singapore or another Asia Pacific jurisdiction is preferred, where applicable to the candidate's background and the role
• Significant experience advising multinational companies on product regulatory compliance, environmental, health and safety (EHS) requirements, supply chain and third-party due diligence, government contracting, risk management, and corporate compliance programs, preferably across Asia Pacific markets.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new regulatory areas and translate complex legal requirements into practical, risk-based, and actionable business guidance.
• Proven track record of managing complex legal and compliance matters, working effectively across functions, geographies, and time zones, and providing strategic advice that supports business objectives
• Strong business judgment, analytical skills, and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to managing regulatory and compliance risks
• Curiosity and a growth mindset, with a demonstrated commitment to expanding expertise in emerging regulatory areas and industry developments
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels of the organization
• Periodic travel within the Asia Pacific region and other Lam locations may be required (~ 15 - 20% travelling required)

Preferred qualifications

• Understanding of global sustainability and supply chain regulations, including carbon accounting and reporting, human rights and environmental due diligence requirements, circular economy and extended producer responsibility (EPR) regulations, product stewardship obligations, and sustainability-related disclosure requirements
• Experience developing, implementing, or advising on compliance frameworks and governance programs in complex and evolving regulatory environments
• Prior experience, either in private practice or in-house, supporting the semiconductor industry, industrial technology companies, or multinational high-tech manufacturers. Experience supporting a Fortune 500 company is a plus
• Experience interpreting and implementing global and Asia Pacific regulatory requirements affecting products, supply chains, sustainability initiatives, and other emerging regulatory areas
• A combination of regulatory counseling, transactional, and dispute-related experience, including government investigations, enforcement matters, commercial litigation, and/or contract drafting and negotiation
• Experience partnering with government affairs, sustainability, supply chain, or product management teams on regulatory strategy, policy engagement and compliance implementation
• Active participation in relevant industry associations, working groups, standards organizations, or professional forums
• Proficiency with legal research tools, contract management platforms, and compliance management systems
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, a willingness to continuously expand expertise, and a bias toward action
• Fluency in English is required Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Bahasa Malaysia, or another language relevant to Lam's Asia Pacific operations is preferred

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.