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Sanjay Kasture

@sanjaykasture

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Experienced data privacy professional with a focus on compliance.

Ireland

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters a collaborative culture, emphasizes compliance, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a Chartered Governance Professional and LLM graduate with over 12 years of international experience in data privacy, compliance, and legal risk management. My career has been marked by a practical, business-aligned approach to implementing global privacy frameworks and advising on cross-border data protection matters across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

At Sahajanand Medical Technologies, I successfully led the rollout of EU GDPR compliance across seven European subsidiaries, showcasing my ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. My tenure at Landmark Group further solidified my expertise in data privacy initiatives, where I was honored with a Certificate of Appreciation for my contributions to implementing a comprehensive data privacy framework in Saudi Arabia. I am passionate about evolving scalable and accountable privacy functions, and I am eager to bring my experience to GitLab's legal and compliance initiatives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Assistant Company Secretary

Current

Americana Group

Oct 2024 - Present (9 months)

Rolled out the Data Privacy Implementation Framework within the company. Ensured ongoing compliance with ADX (UAE) and Saudi Stock Exchange Regulations.

Data Privacy Corporate Governance Regulatory Compliance Board Governance

Deputy General Manager - Legal, Secretarial & Compliance

Landmark Group

Jun 2023 - Jul 2024 (1 year 1 month)

Developed, implemented, and oversaw the Group's data policy framework across the Middle East. Headed Corporate Governance, Compliance, and Corporate Secretarial functions for the Group.

Corporate Governance Compliance Stakeholder Management

Group Compliance Officer/Company Secretary

Sahajanand Medical Technologies

Oct 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 8 months)

Headed the Corporate Secretarial function for SMT Group across multiple European countries and India. Implemented the EU General Data Protection Regulation framework across seven European subsidiaries.

Board Governance Data Privacy

Assistant Company Secretary

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited

Apr 2021 - Oct 2021 (6 months)

Ensured compliance with Listing Regulations of New York Stock Exchange (US), National Stock Exchange of India, and BSE Ltd. (Bombay Stock Exchange, India). Managed regulatory reporting for a short period.

Listing Regulations Regulatory Reporting Corporate Governance Compliance

Company Secretary & Compliance Officer

Tata Steel Long Products Limited

Oct 2015 - Apr 2021 (5 years 6 months)

Acted as the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer for a public listed company for over five years. Enhanced disclosure standards and produced four integrated reports by introducing the Integrated Report.

Compliance Rights Issue Management

Company Secretary & Compliance Officer

Prolec GE

Dec 2014 - Sep 2015 (9 months)

Served as Company Secretary for Prolec GE. Responsibilities included ensuring corporate compliance and governance.

Corporate Compliance Governance Regulatory Affairs

Company Secretary

Tata BlueScope Steel Limited

Aug 2012 - Dec 2014 (2 years 4 months)

Held the position of Company Secretary. Managed corporate secretarial functions and ensured adherence to regulatory requirements.

Corporate Governance Regulatory Compliance Legal Documentation Stakeholder Management

Assistant Manager – Compliance

ICRA Limited

Jan 2010 - Jun 2012 (2 years 5 months)

Worked as Assistant Manager – Compliance. Focused on ensuring adherence to internal and external compliance standards.

Compliance Management Compliance Risk Assessment Internal Audit Policy Implementation

Manager- Finance & Compliance

Crown Worldwide India

Jan 2009 - Dec 2009 (11 months)

Managed finance and compliance operations. Ensured financial integrity and regulatory compliance within the organization.

Finance Management Compliance Financial Reporting Regulatory Compliance Internal Controls

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Galway

LLM - International and Comparative Business Law, International and Comparative Business Law

Grade: 2.1

Completed a Master of Laws degree focusing on international and comparative business law. Gained expertise in legal frameworks relevant to global commerce and cross-border transactions.

The Chartered Governance Institute of UK & Ireland (ICSA)

Chartered Governance Professional (Chartered Secretary), Corporate Governance

Achieved professional certification as a Chartered Governance Professional. Developed expertise in corporate governance, compliance, and secretarial practices.

Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Grade: 1.1

Completed an MBA program, focusing on business management and leadership. Gained comprehensive knowledge in various aspects of business administration.