Associate Legal Compliance Attorney

Established in 1987 and headquartered in Taiwan, TSMC pioneered the pure-play foundry business model with an exclusive focus on manufacturing its customers’ products. As of 2024, TSMC serves more than 500 customers and manufactures over 11,000 products for high-performance computing, smartphones, the Internet of Things (IoT), automotive, and digital consumer electronics. It is the world’s largest provider of logic ICs, with an annual capacity of over 17 million 12-inch equivalent wafers in 2025. TSMC operates fabs in Taiwan as well as manufacturing subsidiaries in Washington State, Japan and China, and the Company began construction on a specialty technology fab in Dresden, Germany, in 2024. In Arizona, TSMC is building three fabs, with the first starting 4nm production in 2025, the second by 2028, and the third by the end of the decade.

We are seeking a highly motivated Legal Compliance Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player with fluent English, exceptional communication and organizational skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and solid legal expertise. This position is designed for a legal professional with foundational experience who is eager to grow and expand their expertise in regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and subsidiary management.

Job Responsibilities

1. Monitor and ensure subsidiary companies comply with relevant laws and regulations by working independently and collaborating with external experts and overseas in-house counsel. Focus areas include personal data protection laws (e.g., GDPR) and securities regulations across various jurisdictions.

2. Conduct legal research and provide practical advice on compliance-related matters.

3. Support the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures for subsidiary companies.

4. Assist in managing subsidiary governance and corporate documentation.

5. Provide guidance and oversight to ensure subsidiaries adhere to internal policies as well as local and international regulatory requirements.

6. Address routine and ad-hoc legal and compliance inquiries, offering clear and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

7. Facilitate communication and coordination with local and overseas internal teams, as well as external experts.

8. Assist in developing and executing compliance training and awareness programs for employees.

Job Qualifications

1. A law degree is required; J.D. or LL.B from a reputable university in an English-speaking country is preferred.

2. Qualified lawyer in Taiwan, the US, or an English-speaking country.

3. Excellent command of English and Chinese, both written and spoken; native speaker of English is preferred but not required.

4. Demonstrated interest in legal compliance and corporate governance.

5. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

6. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

7. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholders.

8. Outstanding organizational, research, and writing skills.

9. At least 3 years of prior experience with a law firm is required.

10. In addition to the law firm experiences, prior experience with an international company in the financial or semiconductor industry is preferred.

TSMC Core Values

At TSMC, we invite talented individuals who share our vision and values to contribute to our continued success. Our core values are the foundation of our culture, guiding every decision and action. We seek applicants who deeply resonate with these principles and embody them in their work: 

• Integrity: Tell the truth. We do not brag. We do not make commitments lightly. Once we make a commitment, we devote ourselves completely to meeting that commitment.
• Commitment: Employees are dedicated to the company, view the company’s success as their own and work diligently to make their best contributions. As commitment is mutual, the Company strives to serve the best interests of its employees. 
• Innovation: Innovation is the wellspring of the Company's growth. It means more than new ideas; it means putting ideas into practice. 
• Customer Trust: We strive to build deep and enduring relationships with our customers, who trust and rely on us to be part of their success over the long term.

 (For more details on TSMC’s Core Values, please visit：https://www.tsmc.com/english/aboutTSMC/values)Fostering a global inclusive workplace reflects TSMC’s core values and business philosophy and is essential for our future success. Our commitment to global inclusive workplace allows us to create an environment where every employee, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, race, ethnicity, nationality, political affiliation, or sexual orientation, can bring their unique perspective and experiences to work, enabling us to drive profitability, increase productivity, and unleash innovation. We strive to create a workplace that is equitable and accessible to all employees. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every employee feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission and provide excellent service to our global customers.