Dylan Chiam Tat Seng
Summary
Dylan Chiam Tat Seng is a legal professional currently serving as the Legal Director at MRANTI since August 2024. Prior to this, he worked at TMF Group in Kuala Lumpur for two and a half years, holding roles such as Regional Senior Legal Counsel & Data Protection Officer for Singapore, Malaysia, and Australasia, and Regional Legal Counsel & Country Privacy Lead for Malaysia.
From August 2021 to March 2022, Dylan was a Legal Specialist at Maxis. He also served as the Assistant Director for Group Legal at EY from December 2018 to August 2021. Before his tenure at EY, he was a Senior Legal Associate at Zul Rafique & Partners from December 2015 to December 2018. He began his legal career as a Legal Associate at Mah-Kamariyah & Philip Koh from December 2012 to December 2015 and completed his pupillage at Zul Rafique & Partners from November 2011 to December 2012. Dylan's earliest role was as a Legal Executive at Tan Chong Group from November 2010 to November 2011.
Dylan holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Northumbria University (2007-2009) and a Certificate in Legal Practice from Brickfields Asia College (2010-2011). He completed his O-Levels at Victoria Institution from 2000 to 2004.
Biography
Dylan Chiam Tat Seng is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience across various sectors in Malaysia and the wider Asia-Pacific region. He is currently the Legal Director at MRANTI, a position he assumed in August 2024. Based in the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Dylan plays a pivotal role in overseeing legal operations and ensuring compliance within the organisation.
Before joining MRANTI, Dylan worked at TMF Group for over two years. During his tenure at TMF Group, he served as the Regional Senior Legal Counsel & Data Protection Officer for Singapore, Malaysia, and Australasia from September 2022 to August 2024. In this role, he was responsible for managing legal affairs and data protection compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Prior to this, he was the Regional Legal Counsel & Country Privacy Lead for Malaysia from March 2022 to September 2022, where he led the legal team and handled privacy matters within the country.
Dylan's career includes significant experience at Maxis, where he was a Legal Specialist from August 2021 to March 2022. At Maxis, he provided expert legal advice and support on various corporate and regulatory matters. Before Maxis, Dylan served as the Assistant Director for Group Legal at EY from December 2018 to August 2021. In this capacity, he was involved in overseeing the legal aspects of the firm's operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing legal risks.
Earlier in his career, Dylan was a Senior Legal Associate at Zul Rafique & Partners, one of Malaysia's leading law firms, from December 2015 to December 2018. He handled a broad range of legal matters, including corporate and commercial law. His legal journey began as a Legal Associate at Mah-Kamariyah & Philip Koh, where he worked from December 2012 to December 2015. Here, he gained valuable experience in litigation and corporate advisory. Prior to this, he completed his pupillage at Zul Rafique & Partners from November 2011 to December 2012, which provided him with a solid foundation in the legal field.
Dylan's earliest professional role was as a Legal Executive at Tan Chong Group from November 2010 to November 2011, where he was involved in various legal and compliance matters.
Dylan's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Northumbria University, which he obtained from 2007 to 2009. He furthered his legal education by completing a Certificate in Legal Practice at Brickfields Asia College between 2010 and 2011. He completed his secondary education at Victoria Institution, where he obtained his O-Levels from 2000 to 2004.
Throughout his career, Dylan Chiam Tat Seng has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in legal practice, contributing to the success and compliance of the organisations he has been part of. His extensive experience and educational background make him a highly respected figure in the legal community.
Vision
Dylan Chiam Tat Seng aspires to enhance organisational compliance and legal frameworks through innovative and effective legal strategies. He aims to foster a culture of integrity and ethical practices, ensuring that organisations navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence and precision.
Recognition and Awards
References
- Dylan Chiam Tat Seng - MRANTI | LinkedIn
- About Us | Mranti