Senior Associate – Digital Infrastructure and Technology Law

Senior Associate Digital Infrastructure and Technology Law

We have a rare opportunity for a dynamic Senior Associate to join our Technology Law team in Singapore which will become our Asian hub for digital infrastructure energy and funds following the firms transition back to the Mallesons brand on 31 March 2026.

This growing team works on cutting-edge digital infrastructure telecommunications technology and data matters with market leading regional capability and a client base that includes global technology giants and leading financial institutions. The work is varied and complex: one day might involve a data centre deal in Taiwan and the next day a trans-Pacific subsea cable project.

You would work closely with Daryl Cox who is a sector specialist with a wealth of cross-border expertise particularly in Asia. You would also work with a wider group of collaborative and supportive Technology Law partners and specialist teams across our international network.

What are we looking for

You will have experience advising on complex and high-stakes digital infrastructure matters particular relating to data centres. This could include new developments M&A transactions joint ventures partnerships or commercial agreements.

While TMT/Technology Law experience is preferred you may be coming from a Real Estate or M&A background. For the right candidate we will support you to pivot to TMT/Technology Law while maintaining your existing capabilities which are key for advising clients on matters across the digital infrastructure lifecycle. We want you to understand or be interested in the fundamentals of the infrastructure that underpins our digital world so that you can help our clients to deliver and use it.

You will be a key market-facing member of the team playing a pivotal role in business development initiatives. Therefore you will need the confidence and capability to run with matters and a commercial mindset to focus on issues that matter while removing noise. This generally requires at least 5 years of post-qualification experience. If youve gotten there sooner we want to hear from you as well.

You will come from a top tier law firm environment but we will consider applicants who have spent time in-house at leading companies. This is because we need you to have first rate drafting analytical and communication capabilities. Our clients require precision and care.

You will bring a world view and a curiosity about the macro events and technology trends that matter (or will matter in the future) to our clients and an APAC regional focus that isnt defined or limited by geographic or market boundaries. These qualities make our team adaptable and agile and able to look around corners for our clients.

You will have a proven ability to cultivate and sustain strong client relationships. We want you to participate in our teams growth while developing your own practice. A collaborative spirit is also important because we work closely with colleagues and professionals across the APAC region and we coordinate local counsel for multi-jurisdictional projects.

Finally you will also need a recognised legal qualification in a common law jurisdiction.

Who are we

On 31 March 2026 we will transition back to the Mallesons brand which has almost 200 years of top tier history in Australia and internationally. Our Singapore office will be our Asian hub and we remain committed to being a leading international firm that embraces opportunities across the Asia-Pacific region combining our un-matched top tier capability in Australia and Singapore with an international network of relationship firms.

Why work with us

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected valued and supported both personally and professionally and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community youll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives benefits policies and processes to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM well provide you with the platform to Learn Master Lead.

Next Steps

Please click Apply Now to apply online with your cover letter summarising why youre applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information please dont hesitate to reach out to Julia Lee Resourcing Consultant ().

If you are not a Singaporean citizen or permanent resident you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Singapore.

Diversity and Inclusion

King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Orang Laut and Malay peoples and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome value support and harness the positive benefits that peoples different life experiences bring especially as they relate to gender sexual identity culture faith disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role but have a passion for delivering high quality work developing your skills and realising your full potential then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email .