Angel One Appoints Meenal Maheshwari Shah as Group General Counsel to Strengthen Legal Framework

5 Dariya News

Mumbai 19-Feb-2024

Mumbai-based leading fintech company, Angel One, has announced the appointment of Meenal Maheshwari Shah as its Group General Counsel. Bringing over 14 years of leadership and expertise in the legal domain, Meenal is set to enhance the company's legal and policy functions.

Her extensive experience spans diverse legal transactions, complex legal environments, and advising on policy and regulatory issues both in India and internationally.Meenal's previous roles include significant leadership positions where she has been instrumental in guiding businesses through legal intricacies.

Notably recognized as one of the Top 50 General Counsels by Forbes India in 2022, her career highlights include her contributions as Group Legal Director & Data Protection Officer at Lemmatree PTE Ltd and leading legal counsel roles at Essar Group and Times of India. Before moving in-house, Meenal practiced at Khaitan & Co.

Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman and Managing Director of Angel One Limited, expressed confidence in Meenal's capabilities to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and uphold high standards of compliance. He emphasized that Meenal's innovative legal strategies would be key to driving the company's growth and operational excellence.

Meenal expressed her excitement about joining Angel One, acknowledging the company's commitment to innovation and excellence as a perfect match for her professional values. She looks forward to contributing to the company's success by navigating complex legal challenges, fostering compliance culture, and supporting strategic growth.Angel One Limited, renowned for being the largest listed retail stock broking house in India by active clients on NSE, is a tech-driven financial services provider.

The company leverages Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science to enhance the digital experience for its clients, offering a range of financial products and services through its innovative platforms. Meenal's appointment marks a significant step towards reinforcing Angel One's legal framework and supporting its journey towards sustainable growth and legal excellence.