Srinivas Guru Sandeep Chittoor

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT SRINIVAS GURU SANDEEP CHITTOOR

CAREER PROFILE: Experienced Company Secretary and Fellow of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (Membership No. 9694) and ICSA now “Chartered Governance Institute, UK & Ireland”. Over 12 years of post-qualification expertise in Corporate and allied laws, adept in decision-making and corporate consultancy for Secretarial compliance and legal matters across 40 Indian companies. VALUE PROPOSITION: With a strong background in corporate governance, compliance, and legal matters, with a focus on strategic decision-making and team management, I contribute value through a strategic approach, meticulous planning, and precise execution of work. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Supported Ernst & Young (E&Y) and KPMG as a part-time consultant, advising on Corporate Secretarial and Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) matters. • Oversaw Investor relations and FEMA affairs, aiding the Insolvency Resolution Professional in corporate secretarial and SEBI compliance. • Meticulously handled foreign investment compliance and reporting, upholding a strong reputation for regulatory compliance. • Led Due Diligence processes and orchestrated Forensic audit and Serious Fraud Investigation audits, minimizing risks. • Forged a robust network with panel advocates, efficiently navigating legal matters across various authorities, including High Courts, DRT, NCLAT, NCLT, Lower Courts, and Arbitration proceedings. • Played an important role in crafting and managing Shareholder Agreements, ensuring clarity and efficacy in partnerships. • Conducted thorough due diligence for investment and condition precedent audits, bolstering investor confidence. • Skilfully nurtured stakeholder relations through strategic communication and organized meetings, cultivating trust and collaboration. • Seamlessly coordinated with diverse regulatory authorities, streamlining interactions, and optimizing outcomes. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT & LEGAL COORDINATION • Proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex loan agreements, master service contracts, and other commercial contracts with various stakeholders, including trusts and coal authorities. • Experienced in managing the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from initiation to execution, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. • Skilled in coordinating with legal counsel, finance teams, and external authorities to resolve contractual disputes and optimize contract terms.