Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Areas of Expertise
Accomplishments
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Garima Agarwal

Seasoned Legal Professional

Summary

Legal Professional with robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Successfully directed cross-functional projects that resulted in significant process improvements. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness.


Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

20
years of professional experience

Work History

Chegg India Private Limited

Director- Legal India
04.2020 - Current

HCL Technologies Limited

Manager-Global Compliance
01.2015 - 04.2020

Hero Motors Limited

AGM-Legal & Compliance
08.2014 - 01.2015

ThyssenKrupp Elevator (India) Pvt Ltd.

Company Secretary & Legal
05.2008 - 07.2014

Nesar & Associates

Associate
02.2006 - 05.2008

Education

LL.B
Delhi, India

04.2001

University Overview

Equivalent to J.D

Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Delhi, India

University Overview

Company Secretary

Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi University

B.Com (Hons)
01.2004

CBSE Board
Delhi, India

12th
01.2001

CBSE Board
Delhi, India

10th
01.1999

Skills

Strategic Planning

Timeline

Director- Legal India

Chegg India Private Limited
04.2020 - Current

Manager-Global Compliance

HCL Technologies Limited
01.2015 - 04.2020

AGM-Legal & Compliance

Hero Motors Limited
08.2014 - 01.2015

Company Secretary & Legal

ThyssenKrupp Elevator (India) Pvt Ltd.
05.2008 - 07.2014

Associate

Nesar & Associates
02.2006 - 05.2008

LL.B

04.2001

Institute of Company Secretaries of India

Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi University

B.Com (Hons)

CBSE Board

12th

CBSE Board

10th

Areas of Expertise

  • Strategic legal advisor to the CEO and Board, driving corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management across global operations.
  • Led global legal, compliance, and ethics functions across India, APAC, EMEA, UK, and the US, enabling compliant and scalable business growth.
  • Oversaw complex commercial contracting, strategic transactions (M&A, joint ventures, business transfers), and high-value negotiations.
  • Designed and embedded enterprise-wide compliance frameworks including Anti-Bribery & Corruption, POSH, Whistleblower, and Code of Conduct, aligned with FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and global standards.
  • POSH Internal Committee Member & President, advising on investigations, prevention mechanisms, and statutory compliance.
  • Led workforce restructuring and layoff planning and execution, ensuring legal compliance, risk mitigation, and sensitive stakeholder management.
  • Directed product and technology risk assessments, advising leadership on regulatory, data protection, IP, and liability risks.
  • Managed litigation, internal investigations, regulatory audits, and relationships with Tier-1 global law firms.
  • Implemented digital GRC platforms, led ISO 37001 certification, and strengthened internal controls and risk governance.
  • Directed corporate governance, entity management, FDI/ODI, and cross-border regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Owned legal and compliance budget planning, forecasting, and cost optimization, partnering closely with Finance.
  • Fostered a strong culture of ethics and compliance through global policies, leadership engagement, and large-scale training programs.

Accomplishments

  • Received an award for automation of key processes, resulting in improved efficiency, accuracy, and turnaround time.
  • Featured as Employee Spotlight in the Company Office Newsletter for outstanding performance and leadership contribution.
  • Received the Outstanding Performance Award for consistently exceeding expectations and delivering exceptional results.
  • Received multiple formal appreciation notes for valuable contributions and timely completion of Due Diligence audits and key milestones.
  • Recognized as Lead Contributor on critical, high-impact initiatives.
  • Represented the organization in international business meetings and strategic discussions across multiple countries.
  • Commended for cross-functional collaboration, strong ownership, and effective stakeholder management across global teams.
Garima AgarwalSeasoned Legal Professional