<p>Axiom is looking for an experienced <strong class="x7amdea">IP Legal Consultant</strong> to join our growing team and partner with one of our large tech clients. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with business and cross-functional teams across Southeast Asia (SEA) and the broader APAC region to develop and enhance intellectual property (IP) governance for a fast-growing global technology platform.</p> <p> </p> <p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">The team sits within Global Legal and supports multiple business units in developing and implementing global and regional policies, rules, processes, and tools relating to IP protection. The team works to ensure the platform remains safe and trustworthy for users and intellectual property rights holders while supporting business growth and innovation.</p> <p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">The successful candidate will be a strategic and commercially minded IP lawyer who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You will work across legal, policy, operations, product, and other functions, helping to identify emerging risks, develop practical solutions, and drive projects across multiple markets.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 class="x1yc453h x1603h9y x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua x14l7nz5 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj"> </h2> <h2 class="x1yc453h x1603h9y x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua x14l7nz5 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Key Responsibilities</h2> <ul> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Support business units in developing, implementing, and updating <span class="x7amdea">regional IP governance policies, rules, educational materials, internal SOPs, and operational processes</span>.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Advise on the development of tools and processes designed to improve the experience of users and IP rights holders while managing and mitigating IP-related risks.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Support the investigation, management, and resolution of <span class="x7amdea">high-impact local IP disputes, complaints, and incidents</span> across relevant markets.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Partner closely with cross-functional teams, including Policy, Operations, Product, Trust & Safety, and other stakeholders, to identify legal risks and implement practical, scalable solutions.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Manage and develop relationships with <span class="x7amdea">brands, industry associations, law enforcement agencies, government regulators, and other external stakeholders</span>.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Participate directly in external meetings, provide legal advice and talking points, establish SOPs, and review agreements, memoranda, and other relevant documents.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Monitor developments in <span class="x7amdea">local IP laws, regulations, enforcement practices, industry standards, and business trends</span>, particularly across Singapore and SEA.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Provide legal guidance and/or lead cross-functional initiatives to implement changes arising from new or evolving legal and regulatory requirements.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Develop and deliver <span class="x7amdea">IP training and educational sessions</span> for internal stakeholders.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Identify emerging and forward-looking IP risks and recommend commercially practical solutions.</li> <li class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">Lead or support regional projects, including developing project plans, coordinating stakeholders, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely delivery of key deliverables.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h3 class="x1yc453h x1c3i2sq x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua