Reports To: IP Tech Partner
Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Associate to join our dynamic and growing IP and Technology practice in Kuala Lumpur. Our team is at the forefront of legal and regulatory developments in one of Malaysia's fastest-evolving sectors. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in technology and digital innovation and be passionate about providing commercially-focused, pragmatic legal advice to a diverse range of clients.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Technology Transactions: Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of a wide range of TMT-related commercial agreements, including:
-Software licensing and IT procurement agreements.
-Cloud services (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS) agreements.
-Telecommunications infrastructure and network sharing agreements.
-E-commerce and digital services contracts.
- Technology, Media and Telecoms Regulatory & Advisory: Provide legal and regulatory advice to clients on Technology, Media and Telecom matters governed by Malaysian law. This will include matters relating to IP, data protection, e-commerce, cybersecurity, consumer protection laws, content regulation, platform liability and emerging technologies such as AI.
- Transactional Support: Support M&A transactions involving, among others, IP and data protection.
- Research & Analysis: Conduct in-depth legal research and stay abreast of new and proposed legislation, regulatory guidelines, and market trends in the Technology, Media and Telecoms sector.
- Client Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and delivering high-quality legal services in a timely manner.
Requirements:
- 3 - 5 years post-admission experience
- Strong technical skills with a minimum upper 2nd class law degree from a well-regarded university
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Excellent command of both written and spoken English. Chinese language skills is a plus
- Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- A team player with strong interpersonal skills and a commercial mindset.
- Experience in a top-tier environment will be well-regarded
- Ability to identify issues and being in possession of sound judgment are essential
- Committed and driven, with a strong sense of accountability
