Recommended expert

Akshay Singh

Corporate Services Manager

Akshay Singh
Offenbach, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - Present
1 year 1 month
Frankfurt, Germany

Corporate Services Manager

Blitzstart Services GmbH

  • Contributed to the growth of the new corporate services business leveraging industry expertise with a leading corporate services provider to streamline processes and update current SOPs to boost scalability of operations, resulting in measurable increase in efficiency of task management and enhancing revenue generation from corporate services business
  • Drafting tailored business proposal packages according to client specific requirements
  • Assisting with and standardising KYC and AML procedures for shelf company sales and corporate service clients
  • Assist managing directors of companies operating in Germany (GmbH) to ensure compliance with German legal, tax and compliance regulations, including liaising internally and externally with advisors and subject matter experts
  • Assist foreign and German clients with all stages of setup of business in Germany, including shelf company purchase, formal registrations for German commercial register, tax, VAT etc
  • Liaise with government authorities as well as third parties on behalf of our clients to ensure continued good standing of the client’s company in Germany
  • Assist with sale and all related processes of Blitzstart shelf companies sold to foreign or German clients as part of the client’s investment/business corporate structure. Liaise with client and their advisors to ensure compliance with German legal, tax and compliance regulations, including liaising with subject matter experts
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024
2 years
Frankfurt, Germany
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet

Independent Legal and Commercial Advisor

  • Assist foreign companies and individuals in migrating business to Germany and advise on all relevant aspects on the migration
  • Liaise with client and their advisors to ensure compliance with German legal, tax and compliance regulations, including liaising with subject matter experts
  • Advice and guide foreign and German clients on various aspects of corporate entity management in Germany, including private equity funding, debt financing etc
  • Assist and lead M & A transactions, including advising on various stages of the deal process (e.g. due diligence, NDAs etc)
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
3 years
Frankfurt, Germany

Senior Associate

Vistra (Germany) GmbH

  • Assist managing directors of companies operating in Germany (GmbH) to ensure compliance with German legal, tax and compliance regulations, including liaising internally and externally with advisors and subject matter experts
  • Advice and guide foreign and German clients on various aspects of corporate entity management in Germany, including private equity funding, debt financing etc
  • Liaise with government authorities as well as third parties on behalf of our clients to ensure continued good standing of the client’s company in Germany
  • Managing the incorporation, sale and all related processes of Vistra shelf companies sold to foreign or German clients as part of the client’s investment/business corporate structure
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021
3 years
Frankfurt, Germany

Associate

Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP

  • Provide support to International Corporate and Global M&A, Private Equity, and VC team in German and cross-border transactions
  • Facilitate cross-border commercial law team through formulating and negotiating broad range of commercial agreements, including distribution and supply agreements
  • Contribute remarkable efforts in enabling the processing of multiple transactions related to M&A, Venture Capital, and other commercial transactions with a strong focus on client requirement and timelines
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
1 year
Frankfurt, Germany

Trainee Lawyer

PwC

  • Ensured smooth operations and transitions through supporting cross-functional team on different aspects of acquisition finance, corporate, and M&A
  • Assured clear and unambiguous provisions of agreement to avoid issues in near future
  • Collaborated with team to proactively resolve issues related to Indian and international laws, including foreign exchange and different regulatory rules
Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
1 year
Frankfurt, Germany

Intern

Ashurst LLP

  • Supported the global loans team on various stages in asset and acquisition finance transactions
  • Conducted research on European regulatory framework regarding digital tokens
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017
1 year
Frankfurt, Germany

Research Assistant

Mayer Brown

  • Managed broad range of Asset and acquisition finance agreements
  • Offered sound advice to clients related to Indian financial and regulations
  • Performed in-depth foreign jurisdiction research to support clients
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
1 year
Frankfurt, Germany

Intern

Mayer Brown LLP

  • Performed due diligence along with facilitating senior associates during shareholding and share purchase agreements
  • Performed in-depth research on EMIR, IP financing and sanctions by US and EU countries
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
1 year
Eschborn, Germany

Intern

Roedl & Partner

  • Supported the team comprising partners and senior associates with drafting share purchase agreements
  • Conducted research on international taxation and Indian company law
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015
2 years
Mumbai, India

Associate

Wadia Ghandy

  • Conducted due diligence on leading market players along with facilitating merger transactions across borders
  • Created internal and domestic funds for clients, as well as crafted principal fund documents
  • Managed private equity transactions with estimated value of INR 2.34B (€32.5M) in investments
Jan 2011 - Dec 2013
3 years
Mumbai, India

Intern

Individual lawyers

  • Provided assistance to different lawyers on real estate transactions, due diligence, Indian security board regulations and foreign direct investment, public interest litigation, and consumer protection

Summary

Experienced and detail-oriented corporate services professional with a strong legal foundation and broad expertise in corporate entity management, directorship services, and administration of domestic and international business structures. Skilled in managing the full lifecycle of corporate entities, including incorporation, governance, compliance, and dissolution across multiple jurisdictions, particularly under German, English and Indian law.

Extensive experience in providing end-to-end corporate services to German and international clients, including the sale and administration of shelf companies, ongoing statutory compliance, and implementation of corporate legal operations. Proven ability to support cross-border transactions such as M&A, private equity, and venture capital investments involving German SPVs through effective coordination and execution of corporate governance and documentation requirements.

Combines a background in corporate law and M&A transactions with a hands-on approach to corporate services, ensuring seamless support to global clients. Recognised for strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills.

Skills

  • Directorship And Corporate Services
  • Corporate Entity Management And Administration
  • Shelf Company Sale And Administration
  • Corporate Legal Operations
  • Commercial Agreements
  • English, German & Indian Law
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Private Equity And Venture Capital

Languages

Hindi
Native
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Education

Oct 2017 - Sep 2018

Institute for Law and Finance, Goethe University

LL.M Finance · Frankfurt, Germany

Jun 2009 - May 2014

Pravin Gandhi College of Law, Mumbai University

BLS / LLB · Mumbai, India

Certifications & licenses

Bar Council Of India

Solicitor Of England & Wales

Profile

Created
Last Update
Need a freelancer? Find your match in seconds.
Try FRATCH GPT
More actions

Frequently asked questions

Do you have questions? Here you can find further information.

Where is Akshay based?

Akshay is based in Offenbach, Germany.

What languages does Akshay speak?

Akshay speaks the following languages: Hindi (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Akshay have?

Akshay has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Akshay has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 7 months. Note that Akshay may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Akshay be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Akshay would be well-suited for roles such as: Corporate Services Manager, Senior Associate, Associate.

What is Akshay's latest experience?

Akshay's most recent position is Corporate Services Manager at Blitzstart Services GmbH.

What companies has Akshay worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Akshay has worked for Blitzstart Services GmbH, Independent Legal and Commercial Advisor, Vistra (Germany) GmbH, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, and Colt & Mosle LLP.

Which industries is Akshay most experienced in?

Akshay is most experienced in industries like Professional Services.

Which business areas is Akshay most experienced in?

Akshay is most experienced in business areas like Legal and Compliance, Finance, Investments, and M&A & Venture Capital. Akshay also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D) and Operations.

Which industries has Akshay worked in recently?

Akshay has recently worked in industries like Professional Services.

Which business areas has Akshay worked in recently?

Akshay has recently worked in business areas like Legal and Compliance, Finance, Investments, and M&A & Venture Capital.

What is Akshay's education?

Akshay holds a Master in LL.M Finance from Institute for Law and Finance, Goethe University and a Bachelor in BLS / LLB from Pravin Gandhi College of Law, Mumbai University.

Does Akshay have any certificates?

Akshay has 2 certificates. These include: Bar Council Of India and Solicitor Of England & Wales.

What is the availability of Akshay?

Akshay is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Akshay?

Akshay's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

How to hire Akshay?

To hire Akshay, click the Meet button on the profile to request a meeting and discuss your project needs.

Average rates for similar positions

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

1000
750
500
250
Market avg: 730-890 €
The rates shown represent the typical market range for freelancers in this position based on recent contracts on our platform.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.