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Sandeep Sharma

Sandeep Sharma

Head of Internal Audit
Düsseldorf,Germany

Summary

An experienced internal auditor, compliance professional and a seasoned lawyer and internal auditor with many years of experience working in an international environment spread over many countries. Presently acting as head of internal audit for Germany headquartered railway infrastructure company with offices and factories all over the world. Significant onsite audit experiences in many countries like USA, China, India, Australia, France, Sweden, Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Serbia, Thailand, Malaysia etc. Past experience include as head of the Asia Pacific Regional Compliance matters, providing compliance trainings to white collar and blue collar employees in the factories/offices in India, China, Thailand, Malaysia and Australia and supervising the agents in the region based in Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Singapore etc and also acting as legal head India for a renowned entity. Have had the pleasure of working with European entities having worldwide exposure and presence for many years.

Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organization skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT

VOSSLOH AG
Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia
07.2022 - Current
    • Working presently for Germany headquartered railway infrastructure company with offices and factories all over the world with over 4500 employees and 1.2 billion EUR turnover.
    • Heading Internal Audit department - audits in various jurisdictions internationally - USA, China, UK, Germany, France, India, Poland, Australia, Serbia, Thailand, Italy, Portugal, Sweden, Finland, Malaysia etc.
    • Performing and managing various audits including but not limited to information security Audits and other Audits like working capital, HR, Information Security, Capital expenditure, sustainability, Purchasing, claims management, bid application etc.
    • Successful completion of projects across multiple departments.
    • Conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits.
    • Developing audit plans, identified key control points, and recommended improvements.
    • Preparing audit reports outlining findings, root causes, and corrective actions.
    • Presenting reports before the Executive Board and Supervisory Board
    • Performing fraud investigations to detect and prevent fraudulent activities.
    • Building strong relationships with stakeholders and ensured a collaborative approach to audit activities.
    • Reviewing internal controls and business processes to ensure compliance with regulations.
    • Providing internal audit training to team members and other stakeholders.
    • Monitoring the implementation of corrective actions to ensure effectiveness.
    • Supporting continuous improvement across the function, shaping tools, systems, and reporting
    • Promoting risk awareness, control culture, and business improvement through coaching and education

SENIOR LEGAL CONSULTANT & REGIONAL COMPLIANCE OFFICE APAC

VOSSLOH
New Delhi
05.2016 - 06.2022
  • Managing Asia Pacific region - China, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, India, agents and Risk control and compliance management.
  • Regular participation in the Board meetings of Indian companies in France, Spain and India and Active board member of company in Australia.
  • Contracts review, drafting, overall negotiation; formulation of Share Purchase Agreement; Mergers and Acquisition / JV agreements / participation in discussions with various stakeholders; Participation in various litigations.
  • Setting up of new companies in India; providing consultancies - various mechanisms; Participation in meetings in Germany - Munich, Frankfurt, Berlin, Stuttgart, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Hannover etc.
  • Providing legal support on various matters like operational issues with Government entities, drafting agreements, review of technical agreements.
  • Achieved successful dispute resolution with negotiation strategies.
  • Enhanced company reputation through strong commitment to ethical practices.
  • Drafted detailed reports on legal proceedings for improved transparency.

SENIOR LEGAL CONSULTANT

RÖDL & PARTNER INDIA
Gurgaon
01.2009 - 04.2016
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry laws and regulations, ensured compliance always upheld.
  • Negotiated contract terms and legal arrangements to support client needs.
  • Coordinated responses to regulatory inquiries effectively whilst representing the organisation professionally.
  • Identified potential business risks with in-depth contract analysis completed.
  • Drafted detailed reports on legal proceedings for improved transparency.

INDEPENDENT LAWYER IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA

New Delhi
04.2008 - 12.2008
  • Represented clients in pre-litigation cases according to current regulations.
  • Prepared witnesses for trial which significantly boosted confidence and credibility on stand.
  • Achieved favourable outcomes by meticulously preparing case briefs and legal documents.

LITIGATION LAWYER

New Delhi
09.2005 - 12.2007
  • Monitored ongoing legislation changes relevant to current lawsuits and updated accordingly.
  • Negotiated out-of-court settlements when beneficial for the client's situation.
  • Negotiated settlements for client satisfaction and closure of legal matters swiftly.
  • Provided legal advice to clients, ensuring clarity and understanding.

Education

BACHELOR OF LAWS - Commercial

University of Delhi
Delhi / India
05.2002 - 2005.05

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE HONOURS - undefined

Punjab University
05.1999 - 2002.04

Max Planck Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law
Heidelberg, Germany

Beiten Burkhardt
law firm, Germany

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Dresdner Bank

Skills

Policy development

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Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Native
Punjabi
Native
German
Beginner
French
Beginner

Certification

ISO 270001 certified

Affiliations

Participation in various chambers of commerce and industries events

Accomplishments

Led several key positions in my professional journey - Heading the India Legal department moving onto compliance India and then Asia Pacific region - eventually heading the Internal Audit department based in Europe

Timeline

HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT

VOSSLOH AG
07.2022 - Current

SENIOR LEGAL CONSULTANT & REGIONAL COMPLIANCE OFFICE APAC

VOSSLOH
05.2016 - 06.2022

SENIOR LEGAL CONSULTANT

RÖDL & PARTNER INDIA
01.2009 - 04.2016

INDEPENDENT LAWYER IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA

04.2008 - 12.2008

LITIGATION LAWYER

09.2005 - 12.2007

BACHELOR OF LAWS - Commercial

University of Delhi
05.2002 - 2005.05

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE HONOURS - undefined

Punjab University
05.1999 - 2002.04

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Dresdner Bank

Max Planck Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law

Beiten Burkhardt
Sandeep SharmaHead of Internal Audit