Saket Prakash
Mumbai,India
Summary
Results-driven attorney with 16 years of experience specializing in transactional and commercial contract review, negotiation, drafting, and management. Certified by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) with both CIPP/E and CIPM credentials. Extensive collaboration with top global IT, consulting, and telecommunications firms. Demonstrated proficiency in legal matters, commercial transaction structures, risk mitigation strategies, and adherence to company policies. Exceptional communication skills combined with strong analytical abilities for effective stakeholder management. Proven track record in people management as team lead responsible for hiring, training, development, and performance appraisal of a 20+ member team.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Legal Counsel
Citibank NA
Mumbai, India
01.2020 - Current
- Specialized in providing legal guidance for various areas including commercial transactions/agreements and IT/privacy/regulatory affairs to support the needs of all business and corporate functions within the APAC region.
- Played an integral role in important discussions and decision-making held by prominent global and regional forums including the Global Contract Template Committee, Regional Outsourcing Governance Committee, Singapore Legal and Compliance Committee, and APAC Legal Privacy Forum.
- Optimized contract management process through the drafting and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements, including Master Service Agreements, Software License Agreements, and Evaluation Agreement
- Assisted in developing policies, ensuring regulatory compliance and providing training.
Legal, Accenture Solutions Private Limited
Mumbai
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Guided management and stakeholders in making informed decisions regarding commercial transactions, legal risks, company policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted extensive market research to discover and evaluate potential investment prospects.
- Cultivated connections with prospective limited partners.
- Implemented strategies that led to increased revenue by fostering successful client interactions.
- Managed and executed technological advancements to optimize efficiency by reducing waste and removing operational bottlenecks.
- Exercised strong organizational leadership by collaborating with executive partners to set compelling long-term goals, strategies, and company policies.
- Executed effective long-term strategies resulting in significant growth of yearly sales.
Contract Manager
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Private Limited
Bengaluru, India
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Facilitated the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating of a variety of contracts with customers and vendors such as Global Master Services Agreements, Subcontract Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), Software License Agreements, and Reseller
Agreement. - Managed the maintenance of a contracts database, offering recommendations for optimizing contract management practices.
- Oversaw the performance and coordination of a staff exceeding 20 members
- Managed the entire employee life cycle from recruitment to performance evaluation
Assistant Manager, Contracts
Tata Communications Limited
Mumbai, India
09.2011 - 08.2015
- Mitigated company risk by effectively drafting, reviewing, and vetting various agreements for business entities while adhering to company policies.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly to determine areas for growth.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Managed the day-to-day operations, organizing shifts and allocating responsibilities effectively.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans in collaboration with management, resulting in the achievement of business goals.
Contracts Team Lead
Integreon Managed Solutions Private Limited
Mumbai, India
04.2010 - 09.2011
- Resolved escalated customer complaints and queries promptly and efficiently.
- Held regular one-on-one coaching sessions with staff members to encourage personal development.
- Delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets.
- Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes when required.
- Conducted performance appraisals for team members, providing feedback and identifying areas of improvement.
- Ensured precise documentation of employee attendance and task completion durations.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team.
- Ensured effective task execution and maintained high standards through strong leadership and guidance.
- Provided support to junior staff during peak periods of workloads.
- Collaborated with the manager to set and measure realistic team targets.
- Developed strategies to increase team productivity and improve customer service levels.
Contract Analyst
Deloitte US India Office
07.2008 - 03.2010
- Optimized vendor agreements through negotiations to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and on-time delivery schedules.
- Researched industry trends in contracting practices for enhanced organizational operations.
- Facilitated effective due diligence in the contracting process through close collaboration with internal departments like Procurement and Legal.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, standards, and internal policies of contracting activities.
- Managed contract analysis and negotiation while adhering to established company protocols.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents such as non-disclosure agreements, purchase orders, service level agreements, and other contract types.
Legal Associate
Quislex Legal Services Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad, India
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Reviewed case files to ensure all necessary documentation was included.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, briefs and other documents for court proceedings.
- Organized documents for review by attorneys prior to filing in court.
- Monitored changes in legislation that could affect client's interests or legal procedures.
- Communicated regularly with clients via phone or email regarding updates on their case status.
Education
B.S.L, LL. B -
Symbiosis Society’s Law College
Pune, India01.2006
PGDHRM -
SCDL
Skills
- People Manager
- Draft, Review & Negotiate Commercial Contracts
- Master Service Agreement
- Software license Agreement
- Evaluation Agreement
- Procurement Agreement
- Letter of intent
- Statement of Work
- Data Privacy
Certification
- FIP (Fellow of Information Privacy), 08/22
- CIPP/E and CIPM certification from International Association of Privacy Professional (IAPP)
Timeline
Corporate Legal Counsel
Citibank NA
01.2020 - Current
Legal, Accenture Solutions Private Limited
Mumbai
01.2017 - 01.2020
Contract Manager
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Private Limited
09.2015 - 01.2017
Assistant Manager, Contracts
Tata Communications Limited
09.2011 - 08.2015
Contracts Team Lead
Integreon Managed Solutions Private Limited
04.2010 - 09.2011
Contract Analyst
Deloitte US India Office
07.2008 - 03.2010
Legal Associate
Quislex Legal Services Pvt. Ltd.
07.2006 - 07.2008
B.S.L, LL. B -
Symbiosis Society’s Law College
PGDHRM -
SCDL