Senior Corporate Counsel

OverviewMicrosoft’s Corporate and External Legal Affairs (CELA) team has an exciting opportunity within the CELA Infrastructure Legal Affairs team supporting Microsoft’s Cloud Operations + Innovation division to build hyperscale infrastructure for its rapidly expanding global cloud.Cloud Operations + Innovation is the team behind one of the world’s largest cloud infrastructures, responsible for operating all Microsoft online products and services, including AI tools such as Copilot. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. This is a fast-growing division that is investing in datacenter capabilities and innovative projects around the world that can truly make a difference. This attorney will support Microsoft’s Regulatory Compliance work across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, serving as a trusted advisor to APAC regional business teams, providing practical, business focused legal guidance on regulatory requirements affecting datacenter operations.Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.ResponsibilitiesLegal Advice and Counsel Provide legal support in APAC, with an emphasis on Korea, on regulatory compliance issues affecting datacenters, including environmental health and safety, hardware compliance, physical security, and sustainability. Ability to work collaboratively with business and other CELA teams, including engineering, operations, security, and government affairs to interpret regulatory requirements and support scalable compliance practices.Familiarity navigating regulatory frameworks applicable to major facilities to support engagement with regulators and local authorities, including audits, inspections, and information requests.Manage outside counsel and specialized advisors to help provide advice on regulatory matters, including regulation drafting and compliance. Operational ExcellenceDevelop trusted advisor relationships with business clients and executives by providing practical, risk-based guidance.Work efficiently to meet demanding deadlines and prioritize work flow to adjust to evolving business priorities. QualificationsRequired Qualifications Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years’ experience as a practicing attorney advising on regulatory issues, at either a multi-national law firm or in-house at a multi-national company.OR equivalent experience. Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction.Preferred Qualifications8+ years of experience collaborating across time zones and business groups to deliver aligned legal and business solutions in support of company objectives.Business-level fluency in both English and Korean (as this role will have a focus in supporting Korea market).Deep understanding of data center operations and regulations, as well as strong regional exposure in covering Asia (particularly Korea).Experience using AI to improve legal work and efficiency #CELAThis position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.