ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.

Job Mission

ASML is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer US (“US SCO”) to be part of its worldwide Legal team, who will drive implementation of the Global Ethics & Compliance program within the US, including establishing, embedding and enforcing elements of the program, with a goal to enhance the compliance mindset and maturity of the regional organization, and ensure that ASML continues to operate with the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct.

The US SCO will report to the (“US HEC”) to serve as a trusted partner and advisor to US Business Leader’s, Sectors/Functions, HR, US Management Team, and Compliance Owners. The US SCO will work with, and assist, the US HEC to drive implementation of ASML’s US Ethics & Compliance program within the US Region, including (a) establishing and perpetuating a “tone at the top” at the country level that reflects ASML’s commitment to compliance, (b) embedding a culture of high performance with integrity at all levels in the US organization, and (c) enabling and driving compliant and ethical business conduct through the effective implementation of the Ethics & Compliance program in the US. 

Role and responsibilities

Enhance ASML’s US Legal Compliance & Ethics programs including developing, maintaining and/or enhancing corporate compliance and ethics programs and initiatives, policies, standards, procedures, and trainings on key risk areas.

Stay current on the evolving regulatory landscape and guidance along with industry leading practices in compliance areas relevant to ASML business and operations and provide advice, recommend programs/action based on this knowledge.

Provide guidance and education to management and Compliance Owners on relevant topics, legal updates, trending risk areas, challenges and major initiatives.

Investigate suspected ethics and compliance incidents and violations of law, policy or ASML’s Code of Conduct.

Review and analyze third party due diligence, and implement controls and monitoring for ethical conduct by third parties acting for or on behalf of ASML or other business partners.

Conduct, guide, and participate in compliance and ethical risk assessments; develop and implement risk mitigation plans.

Work closely with related functions and stakeholders, build and execute continued controls, monitoring and reporting.

Monitor and support Compliance Owners to establish and execute their compliance programs.

Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Education and experience

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree; A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is highly desired.

At least 10+ years of experience as an audit, ethics or compliance professional.

Substantive knowledge of and ability to provide guidance on key compliance risk areas, such as ethics, anti-corruption and anti-bribery, and other critical areas.

Ability to quickly develop business acumen and learn the business processes, applications, and technologies.

Skills

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you’ll always have new challenges and new problems to solve – and working together is the only way to do that. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

To thrive in this job, you’ll need the following skills:

Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills, mature business judgment, and innovative thinking.

Ability to translate complex legal issues and ambiguity into concise, clear and practical advice and to communicate effectively with non-legal internal partners and stakeholders.

Ability to execute and work independently, with minimal supervision, as well as collaborate with, and gain the respect of, co-workers and stakeholders at all levels and functions of the company.

Intellectually curious, open-minded and adaptable.

Committed to client satisfaction through focus on efficiency, prioritization, quality and professionalism.

Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads, pressure and deadlines.

Possesses integrity and ethics in business, professional and personal conduct.

Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch.

The employee is occasionally required to move around the campus.

Requires frequent domestic and/or international travel dependent on company needs. 

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The environment generally is moderate in temperature and noise level. 

Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.

Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.

Other information

This position reports to the Head of Ethics, Compliance & Employment Law US  and is based in Chandler, Arizona. The position requires onsite presence to attend in-person trainings, meetings and events and to further ensure teamwork, collaboration and innovation. 

A flexible workplace arrangement (up to two days a week work from home) is available.

EOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability

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