By Global Consultants Review Team ,
Independent financial advisory firm Uzzi & Lall has appointed Rajiv Chandak as Managing Director and Head of India, strengthening its leadership in corporate restructuring, financial advisory and business transformation.
Chandak brings more than 22 years of experience across investment banking, distressed asset resolution, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and operational performance improvement.
In his new role, Chandak will lead the firm's India operations and support businesses navigating financial distress, operational challenges and complex restructuring situations.
His experience includes working with companies to improve financial performance, manage debt and develop business recovery strategies.
Before joining Uzzi & Lall, Chandak spent more than 11 years at Deloitte India, where he served as Partner – Performance Improvement & Restructuring. He worked on restructuring, business turnaround and operational transformation assignments across telecommunications, infrastructure, cement, real estate, power and industrial sectors.
His experience includes supporting companies through debt restructuring, operational stabilisation, cash-flow improvement and stakeholder negotiations. He has also worked on large restructuring assignments involving companies such as Jaiprakash Associates, Binani Cement, Reliance Communications and Aircel.
Before Deloitte, Chandak served as Associate Director – Deal Advisory at KPMG, where he was among the founding members of its restructuring team.
He also spent more than six years at Asset Reconstruction Company (India) Limited (ARCIL), working on distressed asset acquisition, resolution and liquidation. Earlier in his career, he worked at J.P. Morgan in Asia Financial Services Debt Capital Markets and M&A, and began his professional journey at Ernst & Young.
His professional background across investment banking, consulting and asset reconstruction provides experience in handling complex financial situations and business recovery assignments.
Uzzi & Lall is an independent financial advisory firm specialising in financial distress, restructuring, operational transformation and complex organisational change. The firm works with businesses, investors and creditors to address financial and operational challenges.
Chandak's appointment strengthens the firm's leadership in India. His experience in restructuring large businesses and managing complex financial engagements is expected to support its advisory capabilities in the Indian market.
The appointment also reflects the importance of experienced restructuring professionals as businesses seek financial stability, operational improvements and sustainable growth.
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