Partner - Technology (JB)

Legal Professionals

Your Legal Career, Elevated with HHQ

For nearly three decades, HHQ has grown from a homegrown Malaysian practice into a leading firm with a strong presence across Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Penang, and Forest City Special Financial Zone, while expanding our international practice, being a member of Andersen Global. Our journey has been defined by delivering practical, commercial legal solutions that clients can trust.

We are committed to shaping a sustainable, innovative, and people-first legal practice. From real estate and construction to technology, fintech, and cross-border M&A, our vision is to be at the forefront of change, enabling our clients to succeed in fast-evolving markets and industries.

Joining HHQ means more than just practising law, it means working alongside some of the most dynamic partners and clients in Malaysia and beyond. You’ll gain exposure to cross-border matters, access to professional development programmes, and the opportunity to help shape projects and policies that leave a lasting impact on businesses and communities.

Partner - Technology (JB)

Requirements:

• Degree in Law with a valid Malaysian Bar Practising Certificate.

• Minimum seven (7) years PQE as a practicing lawyer in Intellectual Property (IP), data security, and technology transactions.

• Excellent in drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail.

• Proven experience in M&A, commercial contracts, corporate advisory, and IP-related contracts including strategic advisory work.

• Well-versed in regulatory frameworks covering Personal Data Protection, Fintech, Intellectual Property (IP), and Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT).

• Possess initiative, drive and strong commercial acumen with a business-oriented mindset with the ability to provide practical legal solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of IP and technology related agreements, and corporate commercial contracts.

• Advise on intellectual property protection, licensing, assignment, enforcement strategies and portfolio management.

• Provide strategic input on corporate and IP transactions, including due diligence, structuring, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance.

• Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and deliver practical, tailored legal solutions.

• Lead and support the team on corporate advisory and technology-related matters, ensuring efficient and effective execution in line with laws, regulations, and best practices.

Your next step starts here

A career with HHQ is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, shape industries, and make meaningful impact alongside some of the most driven professionals in the field.