Director, AI Governance Attorney
About the role
The Legal Compliance Organization (LCO) team at KLA provides legal guidance to further the company's strategic objectives and protect its legal, ethical, and financial integrity. With expertise in corporate law, commercial law, employment law, and intellectual property, the LCO offers strategic legal counsel informed by a deep understanding of the company's business objectives and the relevant laws and regulations.
Responsibilities
AI Governance Lead: KLA’s global AI governance framework, including policies, standards, controls, and risk assessment processes. Advise on legal issues across the AI lifecycle, including model risk, transparency, accountability, testing, and human oversight. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to embed responsible AI requirements into design, procurement, and deployment processes. Track global AI laws, enforcement trends, and standards, and convert them into actionable governance requirements.
Privacy Lead: Global privacy program with focus on privacy issues that arise in AI development, deployment, and data use. Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to continually update the global privacy program to address changes in privacy and AI laws.
Regulatory Strategy & Engagement: Serve as a lead advisor on AI and privacy regulatory developments, enforcement trends, and strategic risk. Support engagement with regulators, policymakers, and industry groups on AI governance and related privacy issues. Lead responses to AI-related regulatory inquiries, audits, and investigations.
Program Operations & Risk Management: Develop metrics, reporting, and governance processes to measure AI compliance effectiveness and risk trends. Lead training and awareness efforts on responsible AI use. Lead global and cross-functional resources supporting AI governance and compliance.
Qualifications
J.D. from U.S. law school; active U.S. state bar membership in good standing.
12+ years of legal experience, with significant focus on AI regulation, technology law, and governance.
Experience building or leading AI governance, compliance, or technology risk programs in a multinational environment.
Experience building or leading privacy and data protection programs/initiatives.
Deep knowledge of AI legal and regulatory frameworks, including the EU AI Act and emerging global AI governance standards.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with executive leadership.
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, scalable business solutions.
Preferred Experience
In semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or technology sectors.
Experience with the EU AI Act, U.S. AI policy developments, and global AI governance trends.
Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, or equivalent.
Experience engaging with government agencies or regulators on policy or compliance matters.
Base Pay Range
$207,300.00 - $362,800.00 Annually
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits.
401(K) including company matching.
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP).
Student debt assistance.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Development and career growth opportunities and programs.
Financial planning benefits.
Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP).
Paid time off and paid company holidays.
Family care and bonding leave.
Equal Opportunity Employer
KLA is committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.