Andrew Hii

Partner
Sydney

Biography

Andrew is a partner in our Technology and Intellectual Property group.

He specialises in complex technology, digital and regulatory matters. He advises clients across a diverse range of sectors on technology transformations, systems integration, cloud and ‘as-a-service’ projects, data and artificial intelligence initiatives, telecommunications and data centre arrangements and government technology procurement.

Andrew provides expert guidance on compliance with Australian technology and digital laws, such as privacy, spam, online safety, telecommunications, security of critical infrastructure and artificial intelligence. He assists clients navigate the intricacies of regulatory obligations, balancing commercial ambitions with regulatory demands and industry best practice.

He has extensive experience leading the technology streams of high-profile strategic M&A transactions (including separations) and advising on commercial and regulatory disputes, including dealings with key regulators to achieve positive outcomes for clients.

Andrew is also a trusted advisor to clients on modern slavery compliance and reporting, providing strategic guidance on legal obligations and governance frameworks.

Experience

Andrew’s experience includes advising:

  • Vocus on its landmark $5.25 billion acquisition of TPG Telecom Limited’s fibre network assets, comprising TPG’s enterprise, government and wholesale business, associated assets and operations. Andrew led the technology and privacy due diligence, transitional services arrangement and the long-term infrastructure access arrangements.

  • Stan on the acquisition of key streaming rights from Optus, which included the transfer of the Optus Sport customer base.

  • Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking on its acquisition of Link Group with an enterprise value of $2.1 billion by scheme of arrangement. Andrew led the IT, cyber and privacy aspects of this transaction.

  • Hollard Group on its acquisition of CBA’s Australian general insurance business and establishment of a 15-year strategic alliance. The transaction involved Hollard Group and CBA entering into a long-term data sharing agreement which is designed to enable the smooth transition of the business to Hollard, a seamless experience for customers, as well as the joint development of products by the parties.

  • A major insurer on its long-term white-label insurance arrangements with a leading Australian retailer. This included advising on complex data disclosure issues, including access to customer data held by the outgoing insurance provider and the use of customer data for direct marketing.

  • KKR on its acquisition of a majority stake in Colonial First State from CBA. This transaction involved negotiating complex transitional and separation agreements, as well as ongoing services arrangements. This work was particularly complex because of the regulatory environments in which Colonial First State operates.

  • Several healthcare and medical technology companies on key supply agreements (for example, RIS and PACS) as well as data sharing arrangements and ways to minimise and address privacy risks, including in respect of AI.

  • Several data centres on their key supply and customer contracts, including arrangements with the Digital Transformation Authority in respect of the Australian Government’s Hosting Certification Framework.

  • Several clients across the public and private sector on privacy impact assessments and their obligations when responding to privacy breaches – including direct and third party impacts. This work included engagement with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.

  • Several major global platforms and services on their online safety obligations under the Online Safety Act, including in respect of their dealings with the eSafety Commissioner.

  • Several clients on their obligations under Security of Critical Infrastructure laws. This work included assessing the application of these laws to the client in question and advising on their compliance requirements.

  • Several clients on their policies and practices in respect of its use, procurement and adoption of AI.

  • A large Australian online retailer throughout a year-long investigation by the Australian Communications and Media Authority into compliance with the Spam Act, Do Not Call Register Act and Telecommunications Act. The matter involved extensive evidence gathering and advocacy with the ACMA.

  • Several telecommunications providers in the public and private sector and businesses in other sectors, on their obligations under Australian telecommunications laws. This work included liaising with relevant government departments on licensing issues.

  • Advising on the drafting of the Government Telecommunications Act 2018 (NSW).

Awards and Recognition

  • Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026

    Ranked Up and Coming in TMT: Information Technology

  • The Best Lawyers in Australia 2027

    Recognised for Commercial Law, Information Technology Law and Outsourcing Law

  • The Best Lawyers in Australia 2022

    Lawyer of the Year for Information Technology

Testimonials

Client first thinking

He is a good operator to work with. He is measured and capable.

Chambers Asia-Pacific

Andrew Hii is no-nonsense, does not over-service, is extremely thorough and is a pleasure to deal with.

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
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