James Mallett

James Mallet is the Co-General Counsel & Director, Corporate at Omnipresent, leading the company’s legal, corporate governance, and compliance functions. With extensive experience in financial services and technology sectors, he specializes in international expansion, legal risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Prior to joining Omnipresent, James held key leadership roles at Standard Bank Offshore Group, Lazard Asset Management, and Aditya Birla Sun Life Asset Management, where he built and managed global legal teams, oversaw corporate governance, and navigated complex regulatory landscapes across multiple jurisdictions. His expertise includes contract negotiation, risk management, and structuring legal frameworks to support business growth.

A strong advocate for empowering organizations with effective governance and legal strategy, James ensures that legal risks are proactively managed, aligning with broader business objectives. He holds qualifications as an Advocate of the Royal Court of Jersey and a Diploma in Compliance (Asset Management) from the International Compliance Association.