Akshay Singh
Senior legal counsel
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About
Seasoned Legal Leader with 15+ years of experience driving legal functions. Demonstrated track record in shaping and executing strategic legal initiatives, optimizing operational efficiency, and mitigating risks. Expertise in large-scale debt fundraisings, equity investments, structured financing (domestic and international), complex litigation, and contract negotiations, including legal and compliance facets of technology-driven solutions.
Proficient in leveraging legal expertise to support business growth and mitigate risks in a digital environment. Proven ability to build and lead high-performing legal teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Skilled in creating high values and governance culture.
Key Areas of Expertise
- Fundraising & Investment structuring, legal documentation, negotiation
- High-Stakes Litigation, Arbitration, SARFAESI, Writ Petitions, Insolvency & Criminal complaints
- Structuring M&A, Private Equity and Foreign listing including handling Legal Due Diligence
- Contract Negotiation | Tech, SaaS, Vendor & Strategic Alliances
- Regulatory Inspection Handling | Risk Mitigation | Corporate Governance
- Legal Enablement of Marketing, Content, and Brand Strategy & endorsement
Experience
- Deputy General Manager - Legal, TRUE BALANCE ( 2021–PRESENT)
- Senior Manager - Legal, Home Credit India (2015–2021)
- Manager - Law, IFCI Ltd. (Govt. undertaking) (2011–2015)
- Legal Associate - Law Firm (2010-2011)
Education
- Master of Corporate Laws – NLU Jodhpur: Deep expertise in M&A, banking, corporate finance, and taxation.
- BBA-LLB – ICFAI Law School: Solid foundation in commercial and corporate law.
- MBA – Strategy & Leadership (Jindal Global University): Strategic insight, innovation, venture creation.
- Certified in Risk-Based KYC/AML, Contract Management, Arbitration, and Modern Risk Strategy.