Xiaowei Z.
About Xiaowei Z.
Xiaowei Z. serves as the Senior Legal Counsel for Asia at Software AG, where he has worked since 2019. With 14 years of legal experience, he specializes in technology, commercial law, and data protection across multiple Asian countries.
Work at Software AG
Xiaowei Z. has been serving as Senior Legal Counsel for Asia at Software AG since 2019. In this role, he oversees legal affairs and transactions across multiple countries in the region, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, the Philippines, Thailand, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and South Korea. His responsibilities include providing legal guidance on various matters, ensuring compliance with local laws, and managing legal risks associated with the company's operations.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining Software AG, Xiaowei Z. held several legal positions. He worked as Senior Legal Counsel for Southeast Asia at Fujitsu from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he was the Director of Legal at UTAC from 2015 to 2018. His earlier experience includes working as an Associate at Walkers in Hong Kong from 2012 to 2014 and at Shook Lin & Bok in Singapore from 2009 to 2012, where he also served as a Pupil from 2008 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Xiaowei Z. holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) from the National University of Singapore, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He also participated in a Student Exchange Program at the China University of Political Science and Law in 2007. His educational background is complemented by his GCE 'A' Levels from Hwa Chong Junior College, completed in 2003. He has developed expertise in technology, commercial and corporate law, intellectual property, data protection, and cybersecurity.
Legal Career Overview
With 14 years of experience as a lawyer in Singapore, Xiaowei Z. has built a comprehensive career in the legal field. His roles have encompassed various aspects of law, focusing on overseeing legal matters in a multi-jurisdictional context. His experience spans both private practice and in-house legal counsel, providing him with a well-rounded perspective on legal issues affecting businesses in the technology sector.