3rd Edition Future of

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29th November 2023 ITC Maratha, Mumbai

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Vivek Mishra Rishi Vyas Saugata Chakravarty Dr. Vivek Mittal

Head Legal & Company Secretary Head Of Compliance Chief Legal Officer Global General Counsel
Bajaj Consumer Care Pidilite Industries Grasim Industries Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

Rajesh Chitre Geetika Anand Dr. Venu Murthy Rakesh Chandra Sinha
Compliance Officer South VP, Company Secretary CTO Head Legal
East Asia + India & Compliance officer Aparajita SUN PHARMA
Merck Group Hindalco Industries Ltd.

A.K. Vishwanathan Rohitt Salwan Seema Manku Ujjawal Dixit

Managing Director Head of Legal SVP Legal Director - Contract Management
Nexdigm Bajaj Allianz life Insurance Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Nexdigm

Aparna Rawat Gurjot Singh Manish Vashisth Shivangi Sharma

Head Legal Chief Information Security Officer VP & Principal Officer Head – Legal and
L & T Financial Services K&S Partners AML Compliance Company Secretary
Axis Bank General Mills India

Rajnish Kumar Pankaj Kapdeo

Head Legal Charu Suryavanshi Sanjay Bhatt EVP Compliance &
Bharti Axa Life Insurance Head of Compliance – Supply Chain EVP Legal and Compliance Company Secretary
Reliance Retail Limited Kotak Mahindra Bank Vodafone Idea Limited

Poornima Subramanian, Janhavi Pandit Manita Gonsalves Trushil Vora

Chief Financial Officer VP and Senior legal counsel Head Legal Company Secretary Head Legal
Head of Legal and Secretarial Paytm Polycab India Limited Aditya Birla Sunlife AMC Ltd.
Reliance Nippon Life Insurance

Ramesh Subbaramaiah Rajapur Abbas Motorwala Harsha Shetty Amber Gupta

Chief Ethics Officer Head Legal and Compliance Compliance Officer Head Corporate Legal
SBI General Insurance PPG Asian Paints Bharat Serums Vaccines Ltd. Aditya Birla Capital

Saloni Fadnis
Deputy Company Secretary
Asian Paints
 ABOUT THE EVENT
The role of Legal and Compliance teams are changing quickly. The businesses they support are going digital. The regulatory
environment is getting more complex. Pressure to cut costs is at an all-time high, while standardization and automation are
creating new routes to efficiency and insight. COVID-19 has ramped up these challenges even more, but the sudden move
to remote work is also proof of concept for relying even more on connectivity, centralization and technology.
General Counsels, Chief Legal Officers, Chief Counsels, Head – VP – Director Legal, Regulatory and Compliance etc. together
under one roof to share ideas and insights on India's framework and bring to the table the legal and compliance
complications & risks that are arising in today's businesses due to the new age technology and volatile economic
environment.
3rd Edition Future of Legal And Compliance Summit & Awards 2023 is a supreme knowledge-sharing platform also
highlight how technology will be disrupting the legal and compliance department and the challenges and opportunities
that lie ahead to make tomorrow's leader & teams future ready to deal with the Complexities of Industry.

Who Should Attend

CXO/ Director/ Head/ VP/ GM/ Head Of

Legal
Compliance
Ethics
Regulatory
Risk
General Counsel
Company Secretary

Why Should Attend

Join India's largest summit dedicated to senior legal and compliance Professionals.
Network with senior leaders and solution providers across industries.
Brainstorm with the top legal professionals for the best strategies, Innovative tools and technologies
for legal and compliance departments.
Understand what your peers are practicing and implementing to improve their legal and compliance
function.
Understand how legal and compliance function is an enabler to generate business and help reduce
revenue leakage
Design effectiveness; formulating full proof & robust programmes for today's era.
Promoting culture of speak up with effective whistler blower mechanism & strengthening AML / fraud
detection compliance framework.

Key Focus Areas

How to effictively manage legal complaince

To understand the shifting face of litigation
Best strategies to manage contracts effectively
How the upcoming technology and trends will shape & enhance the future of legal
The evolving role of general counsel
How to avoid or minimize the risk of data breach, cyber threat and privacy violations
 Our Partners

Regulatory Compliance Partner

In an era when compliance was a less recognised concept, Aparajitha pioneered the transformation
of clients existing models, setting the standard for achieving 100% compliance back in the year
2000.
Today, we proudly hold the title of India's leading tech-based compliance service provider,
specialising in Labour, Employee, Industrial (LEI), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and Core
Industry-Specific Laws compliance services. Backed by a team of seasoned lawyers, global operations
experts, and responsive customer support, our leadership team ensures excellence in every aspect
of our service.
To know more visit : www.aparajitha.com

Knowledge Partner
Nexdigm is an employee-owned, privately held organization that focuses on collaborating with clients
to deliver high-quality, innovative results. With nearly six decades of experience, Nexdigm serves a
diverse range of clients, including multinationals, listed companies, privately-owned companies, and
family-owned businesses. As an end-to-end global business and professional services provider, we
advise clients on matters related to strategic projects, expansion plans, and managing ongoing
operations. Through our services in the USA, Asia, and Europe, we provide on-ground insights while
keeping track of changing business regulations and compliances. We understand the needs of
growing businesses and tailor solutions to meet your unique business needs.
To know more visit : www.nexdigm.com

Exhibit Partner

K&S Digiprotect Services Pvt. Ltd. is promoted by K&S Partners, a leading IPR law firm. We at K&S
Digiprotect provide organizations with highly specialized regulatory, compliance, and advisory
services on managing their digital estate. Our aim is to redefine the paradigm of data privacy &
protection, and information security consultancy.
We are committed to the highest standards of professionalism, unwavering integrity, and a
fundamental understanding that data protection is not merely obligatory, but the foundation upon
which modern organizations are built.
We have a focused dedication to unparalleled excellence, relentless pursuit of innovation, and an
unshakable conviction in the vital importance of data privacy and information security within the
contemporary landscape of business.
K&S Digiprotect is staffed with cross-functional specialists with deep expertise across Technical, Legal,
Governmental, and Regulatory domains, to provide a holistic solution.
To know more visit : www.kamhulgiprotect.com

Exhibit Partner

LEXCOMPLY has been a renowned compliance management solution provider since 2015. It
specializes in simplifying governance, risk, and compliance for organizations of all sizes, ranging from
startups to large corporations for Indian and International Laws. LEXCOMPLY's flagship product is the
LEXCOMPLY compliance management solution. This comprehensive tool assists businesses in
managing their entire compliance lifecycle. Additionally, LEXCOMPLY offers Lex Kontract, a contract
management system, a fully Software-asa-Service (SaaS) product that covers every aspect of contract
management, from drafting and negotiation to e-signatures, repositories, modifications, and
terminations.
Another key offering from LEXCOMPLY is Lexbuddy, designed primarily for practicing professionals.
Lexbuddy provides access to a library containing more than 1,700 Indian laws. Users can easily identify
the relevant laws specific to their clients' businesses directly from the system. For instance, if a
business owner seeks guidance on applicable laws, Lexbuddy guides them through a series of
questions related to their business. Upon receiving answers, the system generates a list of relevant
laws, along with a checklist. This automated compliance identification process is a ground breaking
feature, especially since it covers a wide range of Indian laws.
To know more visit : www.lexcomply.com
 Our Partners

Exhibit Partner

For enterprises who value frictionless business relationships, smartContract CLM is an end-to-end
Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) solution that empowers businesses to manage, understand and
improve their contracts to fuel prosperous outcomes. Unlike rigid, one-size-fits-all CLM solutions with
limited customization, smartContract stands as a trusted partner delivering a best-of-breed solution
that can be tailored to blend seamlessly with an organization’s operations.
To know more visit : www.smartcontractclm.com

Exhibit Partner
Manupatra is a leading brand offering legal-tech solutions for the industry in India and overseas. As a
digital pioneer, Manupatra was the first to offer electronic accessibility of Indian and International
legislative, regulatory and procedural materials through an exhaustive database. With the use of
analytics, enterprise search, information retrieval technology such as ML, AI, NLP, we help deliver
powerful, new decision-making tools to our users across the globe.
Manupatra has been innovating at the intersection of Law and Technology since the year 2000, and in
the process designing and developing technology products that streamline the operations of lawyers,
law firms and legal departments. We work every day towards being the indispensable partner of legal
professionals across all segments.
After making their flagship product synonymous with legal research, Manupatra is well on its way to
carve out a niche for itself in legal operations solutions for legal professionals. Its catalogue now also
includes:
Compliance Management Platform
Contract Lifecycle Management Tool
Litigation Management Platform
Platform for Corporate Legal Teams
Notice Management Platform
Client Management Tool
Online Learning & Development
To know more visit : www.manupatrafast.com

Business Development Partner

Legistify is one of the world’s leading and fast-growing legal technology companies. Our flagship
offering LegisTrak is a single integrated, end-to-end legal management suite for enterprise customers.
Our platform has coverage across varied use cases including Contracts, Litigation, Legal Notices,
Intellectual Property as well as Compliances through our in-built, fully customizable and automated
modules., We are being used by over 300 large enterprises across multiple countries. Legistify also
leverages machine learning to provide intelligence and insights using historic case data specifically
across India. Some of our backers include Y combinator, Cathexis Ventures, Indiamart,
GSF, Java Capital, and Titan VC.
To know more visit : www.legistify.com
 Our Partners

Business Development Partner

Netrika Consulting India Pvt. Ltd. is a global leader in risk mitigation and integrity management
services, operating in emerging and frontier markets. Founded on May 23, 2013, it is an ISO 9001:2015
and 27001:2013 certified, CERT-in and SEBI empanelled company with expertise in providing
360-degree customised solutions. Headquartered in Delhi NCR, Gurgaon, with offices in Noida,
Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Kolkata in India and three international offices in UAE,
Singapore, and Sri Lanka, Netrika has a network in over 150 countries across the globe.
Netrika stands as a strength of over 300 employees. Accredited for its all-round expertise in varied
fields, Netrika assists its valued clients in varied fields of
Brand Protection
Background Checks
Due Diligence
Digital Forensics
Cyber Security
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Forensic Investigation
Security and Risk Consulting
To know more visit : www.netrika.com

Business Development Partner

We are a boutique Law Firm with special expertise in the field of Dispute Resolution including
Alternative Dispute Resolution, Company Law and Corporate Advisory, Foreign Direct Investment,
Cross Border Transactions, Intellectual Property Laws, Commercial Laws, Real Estate Law, Employment
and Labour Laws and Consumer Laws.
The Firm has offices in Delhi, Gurgaon, Chandigarh, and Dubai which allows the Firm to provide both
advisory services as also litigation support to its Clients in a multi-jurisdictional and transnational
environment.

Business Development Partner

Lexplosion Solutions is a leading Legaltech company providing legal risk management solutions in
areas of compliance, audits, contracts, litigation, and corporate governance. Lexplosion’s vision and
goal is to make the law more accessible and inclusive to businesses of all nature, scale and size.
Lexplosion merges disruptive technology with legal domain expertise to create solutions that have
increased efficiency and reduce costs. We believe that to fulfil our vision, we need to use the finite
corporate legal skills in a manner that can reach every section of the business community. Since
inception we have been marrying law with scalable technology and Innovating Legally, which is our
tagline. We are one of the pioneers in the legal-tech sector in India and the first one to bring
innovative solutions in compliance management, a mobile app to manage compliance and a fully
automated compliance solution for MSMEs.
To know more visit : www.lexplosion.in
 LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2023

Get Recognized for your Path Breaking Achievements

This award recognizes and highlights the path breaking achievements of the Leaders across Industries, who
have demonstrated out of the box initiatives and leadership. This unique opportunity will also help you to
increase your brand's presence among the top professionals.

Leadership Categories:

Chief Legal Officer of the Year

Chief Compliance Officer of the Year
General Counsel of the Year
Compliance Champion of the Year
Emerging Leader in Legal / Compliance
Compliance / Legal Leader of the Year

Organizational Categories:

Legal Team of the year

Compliance Team of the Year
Most Innovative Legal / Compliance team of the year
Out of the box legal / Compliance Programme of the Year
Best Legal / Compliance Framework of the Year
Best Legal Technology implementation of the year
Best Legal / Compliance Innovation of the Year

Award Nomination Process:

Step 1: Select Award Category

Step 2: Fill the nomination form
Step 3: Submit case study or white paper in any format and any size stating your key achievements
along with the form

The case study or white paper will be forwarded to the Jury for selection. The stronger the Case Study, better the chance of winning!!

Award Results will be declared one week prior to the event & selected winners will be informed
accordingly.
Conference Agenda
08.30 Registration and Morning Refreshments
09.30 Keynote Address: : Managing Uncertainties: The Changing
Landscape of Legal and Compliance
The legal and compliance landscape is undergoing profound transformations
driven by technological advancements, evolving regulations, and shifting
business dynamics. Staying ahead in this rapidly changing environment is
paramount for organizations seeking to thrive in the modern era. In this session,
we'll explore the key factors shaping the future of legal and compliance."
• Digital Transformation: Embrace the digital revolution and its impact on legal
and compliance processes.
• Regulatory Complexity: Navigate the ever-changing regulatory framework
with agility and precision.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Harness the power of data analytics to make
informed legal and compliance decisions.
• AI and Automation: Discover how AI and automation are reshaping routine
legal tasks and boosting efficiency.
• Cross-Border Challenges: Address the challenges of compliance and legal
operations in a globalized business landscape.
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Seema Manku, SVP Legal, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
09.50 Presenting Partner Slot
10.20 Rede ning the Role of Compliance Leader
In an era of rapid regulatory changes, evolving technologies, and increased
scrutiny, the role of a compliance leader is more critical than ever. Today's
compliance leaders must evolve from rule enforcers to strategic partners, driving
ethical and compliant behavior across all levels of an organization. This session
explores the dynamic shifts and key attributes that rede ne the role of a
compliance leader.”
• Strategic Leadership: How compliance leaders are becoming integral in
shaping an organization's strategic direction and risk management.
• Ethical Culture Cultivation: Fostering a culture of compliance and ethics
throughout the organization.
• Adaptive Compliance: Embracing agility to respond swiftly to regulatory
changes and emerging risks.
• Technology Integration: Leveraging advanced technologies like AI and
analytics to enhance compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Building strong relationships with regulators,
employees, and the board to ensure effective compliance communication and
alignment.
Geetika Anand, VP – Compliance and Company Secretary, Marico Industries
10.40 How AI Will Change The Future Of Legal and Compliance
As the regulatory landscape grows increasingly complex, arti cial intelligence (AI)
is poised to revolutionize the eld of compliance. AI-powered solutions offer the
potential to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and proactive risk management. In this
session, we explore the transformative role of AI in shaping the future of
compliance.
• Automated Monitoring: AI can continuously monitor vast amounts of data to
detect compliance breaches and anomalies in real-time.
• Predictive Analytics: Leveraging machine learning algorithms to predict
compliance issues and regulatory changes before they occur.
• Enhanced Due Diligence: AI-driven background checks and risk assessments
for third-party relationships.
• Data Privacy Compliance: AI's role in ensuring compliance with data privacy
regulations like GDPR and CCPA.
• Cost Reduction: How AI can reduce compliance costs through automation and
improved resource allocation.
Saugata Chakravarty, Chief Legal Officer, Grasim Industries
11.00 Practical Implementation of Compliance Program –
Need of the Hour
The need of the hour is a pragmatic approach to compliance, focusing on policy
development, training, monitoring, and adaptability to ensure sustained
adherence to evolving regulations
• Navigating Complex Regulations: Mitigate legal risks by ensuring full
compliance with industry-speci c requirements
• Enhancing Reputation: strong ethical reputation can differentiate an
organization in a competitive market.
• Risk Mitigation : Proactive risk management reduces the likelihood of
compliance-related crises.
• Adaptability and Agility: Practical programs stay adaptable, incorporating
changes in regulations, industry standards, and business environments.
• Sustainable Compliance: Practical implementation ensures that compliance
efforts are not one-time endeavors but ongoing processes.
Rishi Vyas, Head of Compliance, Pidilite Industries
11.20 Ethical considerations in LegalTech and Compliance
As technology continues to transform the legal and compliance landscape, it
brings with it a host of ethical considerations. Balancing innovation with ethical
principles is crucial for building trust and ensuring responsible practices. This
session delves into the ethical challenges and solutions at the intersection of
Legal Tech and compliance.”
• Data Privacy and Security: Ensuring the responsible handling of sensitive legal
and compliance data, especially in the age of cyber threats.
• Bias and Fairness: Addressing the potential for bias in algorithms used for legal
decision-making and compliance assessments.
• Transparency: The need for clear and transparent communication when using
AI and automation in legal and compliance processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to ethical standards while meeting the
requirements of evolving regulatory frameworks.
• Human Oversight: The role of human judgment and oversight in AI-driven
legal and compliance systems to prevent unintended consequences.
Rakesh Sinha, Head Legal, Sun Pharmaceuticals
11.40 Networking and Refreshment break
12.00 Mitigating Risk – The Breach of Data, privacy & cyber threat
In an increasingly digital world, mitigating the risks associated with data breaches,
privacy violations, and cyber threats is paramount for organizations to safeguard
sensitive information and maintain trust. Prioritizing risk mitigation not only
protects an organization's assets but also preserves its reputation and ensures
compliance with evolving data protection regulations
• Cybersecurity Infrastructure: Regularly update and patch software and
systems to address vulnerabilities.
• Data Privacy Compliance: Appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) if required
by law.
• Stay compliant with data privacy regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA,
by implementing data protection practices and policies.
• Develop a well-de ned incident response plan to address data breaches and
cyber threats swiftly and effectively.
A K Vishawanathan, Managing Director, Nexdigm
The Impact of Arti cial Intelligence (AI) on Legal and
12.20
Compliance
AI is revolutionizing the legal and Compliance Landscape, ushering in an era of
Increased efficiency, accuracy and innovation
• AI algorithms can swiftly analyze vast volumes of legal documents, statutes,
and case law, assisting lawyers in research and case preparation.
• AI monitors regulatory changes in real-time and assists organizations in
adapting policies and procedures accordingly
• Streamlines due diligence in mergers, acquisitions, and investigations.
• Improved accuracy in decision-making is achieved through AI's ability to
analyze complex legal data and precedents.
Rohitt Salwan, Head Legal, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
12.40 The Future Role of General Counsel
The future role of General Counsel (GC) is poised for signi cant transformation as
businesses navigate an evolving legal and corporate landscape beyondtraditional
legal expertise, the GC of the future will be a strategic partner, providing critical
insights on risk management, compliance, and ethical governance.
• Strategic Advisor: GCs will increasingly serve as strategic advisors to the
executive team, offering legal insights that align with broader business goals.
• Ethical Leadership: GCs will be at the forefront of promoting ethical conduct
and corporate responsibility within organizations.
• Risk Management and Compliances: Establish robust compliance programs
and ensure adherence to ever-evolving legal requirements.
• Data privacy and Cybersecurity: Respond to data breaches and liaise with
regulatory bodies in compliance with data privacy laws.
• Talent Development & Diversity: Foster a diverse and inclusive legal
department, attracting top legal talent.
Rajnish Kumar, Head Legal, Bharti Axa Life Insurance
13.00 Panel Discussion 1: Setting up the culture: The Paradigm shift
Establishing a culture of compliance within an organization is no longer a mere
formality; it's a strategic imperative. The shift from surface-level compliance to a
deeply ingrained compliance culture is a transformative journey. In this session,
we explore the strategies and mindset changes needed to make compliance a
part of an organization's DNA.
• Cultural Transformation: How to foster a culture where compliance is
embraced as a shared responsibility from top to bottom.
• Leadership and Buy-In: The pivotal role of leadership in championing and
modeling compliance behavior.
• Education and Training: Strategies for comprehensive training programs that
empower employees to make ethical decisions.
• Measuring Culture: Techniques to assess and measure the effectiveness of a
compliance culture.
• Aligning Values: Ensuring that compliance aligns with the core values and
mission of the organization
Panel Moderator:
Harsha Shetty, Compliance Officer, Bharat Serums Vaccines Ltd.
Panel Members:
Rajesh Chitre, Compliance Officer South East Asia + India, Merck Group
Manita Gonsalves, Head Legal & Company Secretary, Polycab India Limited
Ramesh Subbaramaiah Rajapur, Chief Ethics Officer, SBI General Insurance
Vivek Mittal, Global General Counsel, Dr. Reddy's Laboratory
Poornima Subramanian, CFO & Head Legal, Reliance Nippon Life Insurance
Gurjot Singh, Chief Information Security Officer, K&S Partners
Amber Gupta, Head Corporate Legal, Aditya Birla Capita
Ujjawal Dixit, Director Contract Management, Nexdigm
13.30 Networking Lunch
Conference Agenda
14.20 Re Thinking the Compliance Cost – A Strategic Move
By strategically evaluating and optimizing compliance expenditures, businesses
can reallocate resources to more value-added activities, ensuring a more efficient
and sustainable compliance framework. This strategic shift towards compliance
cost management not only minimizes nancial burden but also reinforces an
organization's commitment to compliance excellence in an ever-evolving
regulatory landscape
• Implement lean and efficient processes, leveraging technology and
automation to reduce manual efforts.
• Reinvest cost savings from compliance optimization into strategic initiatives,
such as innovation, product development, or expansion.
• Allocate resources towards proactive risk mitigation strategies to reduce the
likelihood of compliance breaches.
• Implement transparent reporting mechanisms to track compliance
expenditures and demonstrate the value of compliance efforts
Harsha Shetty, Compliance Officer, Bharat Serums Vaccines Ltd.
14.40 Legal and Compliance Leadership: Stature of virtue & ability
In an era of evolving regulations and heightened ethical scrutiny, exceptional
leadership in legal and compliance functions is essential for business sustainability
and reputation management. Effective legal and compliance leadership is the
cornerstone of an organization's ability to navigate complex legal landscapes,
manage risks, and uphold ethical standards.
• Identify opportunities to leverage legal and compliance functions as strategic
assets.
• Set a strong ethical tone at the top, emphasizing the importance of ethical
conduct throughout the organization.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks that could impact the
organization.
• Develop compliance programs and policies to meet regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as nance, HR, and operations, to
address cross-functional legal and compliance issues.
Sanjay Bhatt, EVP Legal and Compliance, Kotak Mahindra Bank
15.00 Silver Partner Session
15.20 Anti Money Laundering: Strengthening AML Compliance
Framework
By prioritizing AML compliance and continually reinforcing their frameworks,
nancial institutions can mitigate risk, protect their reputation, and contribute to
the collective effort against nancial crime.
• Develop comprehensive AML policies and procedures that align with
regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Implement advanced transaction monitoring systems powered by arti cial
intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to detect suspicious activities in
real time.
• Strengthen customer due diligence processes, including Know Your Customer
(KYC) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), to verify customer identities and
assess risk accurately.
• Conduct regular AML risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential
gaps in the compliance framework.
• Implement automated compliance monitoring tools to streamline AML
processes and reduce manual effort.
Manish Vasishtha, SVP & Principal Officer AML Compliance, Axis Bank
15.40 Networking and Refreshment break
16.00 Smart Contracts : Transforming Legal Processes
The impact of Digital Transformation has coupled with recent changes and
fundamentally changed how businesses operate. While Organizations are moving
to cloud support for next-generation business processes, deploying the right set
of digital architecture is extremely critical. This topic speaks about aspects and the
future proof technologies and efficient architectures and covers important
aspects such as:
• Blockchain's distributed ledger technology ensures tamper-proof records of
transactions and legal agreements.
• Automate contract execution, reducing the need for intermediaries and
minimizing human error.
• Automating legal processes through smart contracts reduces administrative
overhead and speeds up contract execution.
• Blockchain can be used for secure digital identity veri cation, simplifying
know-your-customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.
Janhavi Pandit, Head Legal, Paytm
16.20 Bridging the gap: Engaging with various departments
The legal department is considered to be one of the most crucial departments in
any organization. It is a specialized sector working jointly with the rest of the
departments in order to achieve the company's objectives and ensure that the
company's activities are in conformity with all laws and regulations.
• Key relationships to develop for a legal head.
• What will investors and stakeholders look for?
• How legal department must interact with various departments (IT, nance, HR,
etc.), outside counsels, governments and regulatory bodies to ensure business
operates effectively.
• Strategies to communicate brie y and in a useful manner.
• Need for Centralizing Operations to Improve Efficiency
Manita Gonsalves, Head Legal & Company Secretary, Polycab India Limited
Monitoring & Auditing Compliance Program; Identifying &
16.40
Removing Bad Apples
Identifying & rectifying the leakages in compliance program through Auditing
• Effective framework for auditing compliance program
• Maintaining data for audit; Leveraging the bene ts of Big Data
• Bringing accuracy & transparency in audit reports
• Detecting the challenges and quicker decision making with implementing
advanced data analytics and insight
Charu Suryavanshi, Head Supply Chain Compliance, Reliance Retail Ltd.
Panel Discussion 2: Future of Legal and Compliance: How
17.00 technology is evolving and uplifting tech revolution
The future of Legal and Compliance is undergoing a transformative journey
driven by technology, ushering in a new era of efficiency and compliance
management. This tech revolution is reshaping the legal landscape, streamlining
processes, and enhancing regulatory adherence.
• Integrating advanced cybersecurity measures and data privacy technologies
to safeguard sensitive legal information in an increasingly digital environment.
• Emergence of Regulatory Technology (RegTech) platforms that offer
comprehensive compliance solutions, simplifying regulatory compliance for
businesses
• This tech-driven revolution promises to bring about positive changes and
innovations in Legal and Compliance practices.
Panel Moderator:
Rohitt Salwan, Head Legal, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
Panel Members:
Shivangi Sharma, Head Legal & Company Secretary, General Mills India
Abbas Motorwala, Head legal and CS, PPG Asian Paints
Vivek Mishra, Head Legal & Company Secretary, Bajaj Consumer
Saloni Fadnis, Deputy Company Secretary, Asian Paints
Aparna Rawat, Head Legal, L&T Financial Services
Trushil Vora, Head Legal, Aditya Birla Sunlife AMC Ltd.
Gurjot Singh, Chief Information Security Officer, K&S Partners
Dr. Venu Murthy, CTO, Aparajita
17.30 Legal and Compliance Awards 2023
17.45 Closing of Conference