In-House Tech & Data Compliance Lawyer – Malaysia

WJ Digital SDN.BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development and continuous学习

Job summary

WJ Digital SDN.BHD. is seeking a Legal & Compliance Specialist – Technology & Data in Kuala Lumpur City Centre to join our in-house legal team.

This full-time role focuses on ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across technology and data initiatives while collaborating with technical and leadership teams. The ideal candidate holds an LLB with admission to practice in Malaysia, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of data protection regulations.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent with admission to practice in Malaysia or comparable jurisdiction.
• 3–5 years post-qualification experience in legal practice focusing on technology, data privacy or IP.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian data protection legislation and privacy regulations.
• Proven experience in contract drafting, review and negotiation in technology/commercial contexts.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; able to translate regulatory requirements into business solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to advise technical teams and leadership.
• Proficiency in legal research and awareness of regulatory developments in tech and data protection.
• Collaborative team player with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Providing legal and compliance advice on technology-related matters including software licensing and procurement.
• Supporting data protection and privacy compliance programmes per Malaysian regulations.
• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating technology contracts and data-related agreements.
• Conducting compliance audits and identifying legal risks in tech and data operations.
• Advising on regulatory requirements affecting technology products and digital services.
• Managing legal documentation, records and compliance files for tech and data matters.
• Liaising with external counsel and regulatory bodies as required.
• Developing and maintaining legal templates, policies and compliance resources for tech and data.
• Providing training and guidance on technology, data protection and compliance best practices.

Skills

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Data protection

Malaysian law

Tech licensing

Education

LLB or equivalent

Job description

WJ Digital SDN.BHD. is seeking a Legal & Compliance Specialist – Technology & Data in Kuala Lumpur City Centre to join our in-house legal team.

This full-time role focuses on ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across technology and data initiatives while collaborating with technical and leadership teams. The ideal candidate holds an LLB with admission to practice in Malaysia, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of data protection regulations.