Job Description

We are looking for a Trade Mark or Intellectual Property Attorney with 2–3 years' post-qualification experience to join our Kuala Lumpur-based intellectual property team. You will manage a diverse portfolio of trade mark, design and other IP matters for local and international clients, working closely with senior attorneys and partners on both contentious and non-contentious work across Malaysia and Singapore and wider Southeast Asia region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct trade mark clearance searches and advise clients on registrability and availability
• Prepare trade mark applications for filing in MY and SG, and coordinate filings for other Southeast Asia and other jurisdictions through foreign associates for international markets
• Manage prosecution of applications, including advising clients, responding to office actions and Examiner queries
• Handle trade mark oppositions, cancellations, and appeals before the MYIPO, IPOS, and assist in disputes at the MY Courts
• Advise on enforcement strategy, including cease-and-desist correspondence, customs recordals, anti-counterfeiting measures and attending to enforcement raid actions with the relevant authorities
• Manage renewal, recordal, and portfolio maintenance programmes for client trade mark and design portfolios
• Draft and advise on IP assignments, settlement, and co-existence agreements
• Liaise directly with clients to provide strategic IP advice and portfolio management recommendations
• Supervise and mentor paralegals or junior associates
• Stay current on developments in MY, SG, TH, VN, ID, PH, KH trade mark law and practice and caselaw in UK, EUIPO, CJEU, and Commonwealth jurisdictions

What We’re Looking For

• 3 years' experience in trade mark prosecution and portfolio management, ideally within a top tier law firm or IP boutique firm
• Qualified trade mark attorney/agent, or legal qualification with relevant IP experience; MY & SG trade mark practice experience and knowledge of SE Asia trade mark practice strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of trade mark law and practice and wider IP practice preferred
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and client communication skills
• Fluency in English a must; proficiency in Chinese and/or another SE Asia working language an advantage
• Ability to manage competing and tight deadlines across a multi-jurisdictional caseload with minimal supervision and willingness to work outside of regular working hours as required

As an Associate, you will play a vital role in fostering team collaboration, ensuring legal accuracy, and contributing to long-term client success. You will have exposure to a sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional IP practice in a collaborative team environment with mentorship from senior IP practitioners

Requirements & Job Scope

• Minimum 2:1 grade at undergraduate and/or postgraduate
• 3 years in legal IP post qualifying/admission to the Bar of England & Wales and the Malaysian Bar
• TM & Designs prosecution in Southeast Asia countries
• Clearance searches and advice
• Legal research and opinion
• Opposition, Invalidation, Rectification proceedings
• Enforcement
• PDPA, Licensing, Assignment, Settlement Agreements
• Litigation and Enforcement experience a plus

Why choose Abion?

Join Europe’s leading Intellectual Property firm, where you'll thrive in a fast-paced, international environment that values transparency, openness, and accountability.

At Abion, we believe in working hard and having fun together. In this dynamic role, you’ll make an impact in the IP world while collaborating with a talented, global team of experts. We encourage a balanced lifestyle, offering freedom with responsibility. Plus, we love celebrating successes and enjoying team activities that bring us closer together!

Ready to Join Us?

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the Intellectual Property industry, we would love to hear from you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.