At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a person on the moon.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advises on a broad range of securities laws and corporate governance matters.
- Assists in the preparation and review of securities filings (annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements, registration statements, Form SD and Section 16 filings).
- Assists in the administration of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, Nasdaq regulations, SEC regulations (e.g., insider trading, Reg. FD and Reg. G) and other regulations applicable to public companies.
- Assists with conflict minerals disclosure and related compliance matters.
- Assists in preparing Board of Directors and committee meeting materials covering topics such as financial reviews, corporate governance and strategic transactions.
- Provides legal support for domestic and foreign subsidiary work, including coordination with tax department on legal entity restructuring.
- Assists with equity and financing transactions.
- Advises on securities matters relating to corporate and strategic transactions.
- Supports outreach to institutional shareholders and proxy advisory services.
- Provides support to the tax, treasury, investor relations, finance and stock plan administration functions.
- Develops strong working relationships and trust with key members of assigned functional groups or business units.
- Works closely with non-attorney staff.
- Works under general direction and keeps manager informed as projects proceed.
- Assists in the development of appropriate training materials and helps conduct training sessions for client groups on topics of interest.
- Effectively manage outside counsel.
- J.D. degree from accredited law school.
- Current member of the California (or other acceptable jurisdiction) bar association in good standing.
- 10+ years’ experience practicing with national law firm or with national law firm and as an in-house attorney.
- Strong securities and corporate governance experience.
- Understanding of financial statements.
- Familiarity with conflict minerals disclosure rules and regulations is preferred.
- Excellent legal drafting skills with attention to detail.
- Strong presence and the ability to work effectively within a team and with other business functions, external auditors, outside counsel and senior-level executives.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex legal and compliance issues verbally and in writing in a clear and understandable manner.
- Ability to make effective and credible presentations to employees in company’s business groups at all levels on legal issues facing such business groups.
- Ability to inspire trust and confidence through effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and able to plan and manage projects from conception to completion in a dynamic environment with independent follow-through.
- Ability to be proactive, anticipate the needs of clients and managers, exercise independent judgment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to focus on critical priorities with little or no supervision.
- Strong work ethic and ability to produce high quality work under deadline pressures.
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