Legal Counsel

Company Description

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 man 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.

Job Description

• Implementing brand protection programs in specific jurisdictions (mainly in APAC) within the construct of the global company strategy
• Managing enforcement activity including cease and desist letters, notice and takedown requests, commercial correspondence, negotiating settlements and raids, experience in criminal and civil litigations will be a plus
• Overseeing investigations including advising on strategy, drafting documents, interviewing internal witnesses and experts, compiling and presenting data, and authenticating products
• Conducting factual research of infringing activity, including orchestrating test buys, identifying illicit behavior, identifying counterfeit products, and performing or coordinating further product testing and analysis
• Collecting and preserving evidence of wrongdoing to maintain availability of all enforcement options
• Partnering with internal and external teams to identify new targets and fraudulent activities globally
• Collaborating with external partners such as customs, state and federal law enforcement agencies and managing outside counsel
• Maintaining and ensuring ethical standards and professional conduct of internal and external investigations
• Using internal and external digital tools to effectively manage cases, report results, and measure return on brand protection and enforcement activity

Qualifications

• LL.B. from a reputable law school; additional overseas education preferred
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department; licensed to practice law with admission to local bar
• Proficient and capable of business communication in Mandarin and English
• Experience in an intellectual property practice with a focus on trademark law and experience in brand enforcement a plus
• Experience handling external investigations and litigation a plus
• Experience working in or with technology companies or in the technology industry a plus
• Interest in working with technology products, learning about technology and keeping up-to-date with brand protection tools and technology
• Interest in learning about the laws of foreign jurisdictions, willingness to travel and to be flexible with respect to taking calls with team members in other time zones
• Strong attention to accuracy, quality, details, and strong analytical skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Has a customer service focus and works collaboratively with internal partners
• Attentively listens to others and encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions
• Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization
• Instills trust and develops/maintains good working relationships with internal partners and/or external contacts and counsel

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Western Digital has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Western Digital’s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to [email protected].