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Education
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Awards
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NANDA HARISH

Chennai

Summary

Dynamic global legal leader with expertise in Legal, Compliance, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), and IPO readiness. Proven track record in structuring cross-border M&A transactions and driving regulatory compliance in high-growth fintech, payments and BFSI.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Vice President – Global General Counsel & Company Secretary

Paymate India Ltd
01.2018 - Current
  • First Global GC for high-growth fintech operating across India, APAC, CEMEA, SEA.
  • Led IPO strategy, DRHP filing, SEBI, and market compliance readiness.
  • Structured $500M+ VC funding, cross-border M&A transactions, regulatory, and IP compliance.
  • Secured RBI Payment Aggregator in principle authorization; expanded national and global footprint.
  • Drafted and negotiated high-value Aggregator Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Licensing, Marketing, and Technology contracts.
  • Led global compliance for AML, KYC, FCPA, ABC, Data Privacy, and POSH.
  • Advised cross-functional teams on legal risks, governance, and business enablement.
  • Chaired POSH, Risk & Compliance Committees; drove integrity programs.
  • Managed dispute resolution, litigation, regulatory defense, and compliance investigations.
  • Built and led high-performing legal teams; promoted capacity, capability, and culture development.
  • Directed strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business goals and objectives.
  • Developed and implemented policies to ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Head – Legal & Compliance

PayPal India
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Directed legal strategy for India; aligned with global HQ on regulatory compliance and product risk.
  • Engaged with RBI and international regulators on fintech product compliance.
  • Led compliance transformation; served as India Business Ethics Officer.
  • Advised on data privacy, AML frameworks, cybersecurity, and technology licensing.
  • Managed end-to-end vendor and commercial contracts including technology procurement, service agreements, and partnership contracts.
  • Supported startup incubation initiatives and collaborated with PayPal's global innovation teams on new market entry, digital products, and regulatory pathways.
  • Handled employment law matters and provided legal oversight on internal investigations.
  • Led training programs for business teams on regulatory updates, compliance, and ethical conduct.

Legal and Company Secretary

Randstad India
01.2007 - 01.2013
  • Oversaw corporate governance in India and SE Asia, USA, CEMEA. Handled Board and Investor relations

Legal Counsel

01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Managed IP, contracts, Nationwide litigation, regulatory compliance
  • Handled board and committee meetings.
  • Ensured compliance with IRDAI reporting and creating awareness on compliances
  • Advisory on new product lines and new and emerging compliance requirements, such as KYC and AML.
  • Part of the Ethics Committee on claim repudiation and mis selling.

Education

Company Secretary (ACS) -

01.2000

LL.B. -

Mumbai University

Skills

  • Legal Leadership
  • Governance
  • Risk & Compliance (GRC)
  • IPO Readiness
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Fintech
  • Digital Assets
  • Crypto & Payments
  • RBI
  • SEBI
  • Global Financial Regulations
  • Cross-Border M&A
  • VC Funding
  • Technology Contracting
  • IP Commercialization
  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution
  • Data Privacy
  • Employment Law
  • Corporate Governance
  • Multi-Jurisdictional Legal Operations
  • Legal Team Building
  • Leadership & Capacity Development
  • Integrity & Ethics Programs
  • Corporate governance
  • Regulatory compliance
  • IPO strategy
  • Compliance transformation
  • Strategic planning

Websites

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Best General Counsel, Best International Counsel – Fintech and multiple recognitions for legal innovation and compliance leadership
  • Panel Speaker at Economic Times Conferences
  • Thought leader on emerging technologies, leadership and compliance

Availability

Available for Global Leadership Roles | Business-First Legal Strategist | Enabler of Innovation, Compliance, and Growth

Awards

  • Best General Counsel – Fintech (INBA, Mumbai)
  • 5 Awards – Legal, Fintech & Global Compliance (Transformance Forum 2024)
  • Top Panel Speaker – Grand Masters Legal Conference

Timeline

Senior Vice President – Global General Counsel & Company Secretary

Paymate India Ltd
01.2018 - Current

Head – Legal & Compliance

PayPal India
01.2014 - 01.2017

Legal and Company Secretary

Randstad India
01.2007 - 01.2013

Legal Counsel

01.2000 - 01.2007

Company Secretary (ACS) -

LL.B. -

Mumbai University

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