Job Description
OVERVIEW :
JOB DESCRIPTION
YOUR ROLE AS A :
The IP Lawyer / IP Legal Specialist is responsible for managing the company’s intellectual property portfolio, providing legal advice on IP-related matters, and ensuring protection and enforcement of the company’s IP rights. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating IP agreements, handling IP registrations, and mitigating IP risks to support the company’s business objectives.
YOUR ROLE AS A:
IP Lawyer / IP Legal Specialist
WHAT YOU’LL CHAMPION :
Provide legal advice and support on all intellectual property matters, including patents, tradespans, copyrights, trade secrets and franchise
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of the Group’s intellectual property assets, including the strategic registration and protection of tradespans, patents, industrial designs, and copyright, domestically and internationally, while managing domain name portfolios.
Lead the negotiation and draft and review of high-value commercial agreements, including IP licensing, franchising, assignments, technology transfers, and media/entertainment contracts, ensuring strict compliance with advertising, labelling, and product registration laws.
Monitor and advise on IP infringement issues and coordinate enforcement actions when necessary
Collaborate with R&D, spaneting, and business teams to identify and protect intellectual property
Stay updated on IP laws, regulations, and industry trends to ensure compliance and advise on risks
Support dispute resolution, litigation, and alternative dispute mechanisms related to IP
Prepare reports and maintain comprehensive records of IP assets and legal activities
Liaise with external IP counsel, government agencies, and regulatory bodies as needed
Draft and review privacy policies, data transfer agreements, internal data governance frameworks, cross-border data transfer agreements and internal data protection documentation
Draft and negotiate high-impact technology and licensing agreements (AI, SaaS, PaaS) while managing the group’s IP portfolio to protect and commercialize proprietary assets.
Lead organizational compliance for the PDPA 2024 amendments and cross-border transfer frameworks.
WHO YOU ARE :
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; Master’s or specialized qualification in Intellectual Property Law preferred. Admission to Malaysian Bar or equivalent qualification is required
Minimum 5-8 years of experience specializing in intellectual property law, in-house or at a law firm. Minimum 3 years of law firm experience in IP
Strong IP and PDPA knowledge across relevant and foreign jurisdictions
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
WHERE YOU’LL GO :
Dispatcher to captain, ramp agent to data analyst, brand executive to CEO - these are some Dare To Dream stories of our Allstars.
WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY :
- Physical Wellbeing: Key medical and insurance benefits, maternity expenses, flexible work arrangement, and health and fitness amenities.
- Emotional Wellbeing: Paid time off, wellness programmes, and childcare amenities.
- Financial Wellbeing: Resources relating to financial, personal skills and career growth programmes.
- Allstars Specials: Free flights, unlimited discounted flights, and exclusive discounts with partners.
- A unique Allstar culture like no other
OUR HIRING PROCESS :
- Application received
- Candidate screening
- Interview(s) and assessment(s)
- Background check and/or other assessments
- Offer and negotiation
GET TO KNOW CAPITAL A :
Formerly known as AirAsia Group, Capital A is an investment holding company with a portfolio of travel and lifestyle businesses leveraging on data and technology. This includes the world’s leading low-cost carrier AirAsia, an aviation services group, AirAsia MOVE, fintech BigPay, and logistics venture Teleport.
GET TO KNOW US :
Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You’ll know us as the ‘Now Everyone Can Fly’ airline (if you don’t, we’re definitely older than you).
Today, we’re more than just an airline. We’re Capital A - a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in Asean.
Above all, we’re Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we’re excited to have you onboard.
Search Firm Representatives - We do not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any of our employees without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed as our sole property. No fee will be paid when a candidate is hired by us as a result of an agency referral when there is no pre-existing agreement in place.
We are all different - one talent to another - that is how we rely on our differences. At AirAsia, you will be treated fairly and given all chances to be your best.We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Search Firm Representatives - AirAsia does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place.