Ranajoy Basu
About Ranajoy Basu
Professional Title and Role
Ranajoy Basu holds the title of Partner at his firm. He heads the firm's India practice and is recognized by Legal 500 and Chambers as an industry leader in emerging markets transactions. Through his position, he advises on capital markets and complex structured finance transactions, including external foreign currency convertible bonds and qualified institutional placements related to India.
Education and Expertise
Ranajoy Basu received his education at King's College London where he earned an LL.M. in Banking & Finance Law. He also holds a qualification in Islamic Finance from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment. Fluent in Bengali, English, and Hindi, his expertise includes advising on capital markets, complex structured finance transactions, and cross-border social impact finance structures.
Advisory on Capital Markets and Structured Finance
Ranajoy Basu has notable experience in advising on major transactions involving capital markets and complex structured finance. His clients include banks that have faced some of the largest corporate debt defaults and restructurings in India. His advisory roles have encompassed diverse financing solutions, helping entities navigate external foreign currency convertible bonds and structured capital placements.
Impact Investment and Social Finance
Ranajoy Basu is a pioneer in impact investment, having advisor roles on significant projects like the Educate Girls Social Impact Bond and the Utkrisht Bond which aims at reducing maternal and infant mortality. Recognized as one of the world's leading lawyers in cross-border social impact finance structures, he also contributed to the International Finance Facility for Education, which targets global education programs.
Client Portfolio and Contributions
Ranajoy Basu's diverse portfolio includes clients such as GAVI, UNICEF, World Bank, IFC, various governments, financial institutions, funds, charitable organizations, NGOs, and microfinance institutions. His groundbreaking advisory work spans across entities like Wattpad, Theirworld, and The Global Business Coalition for Education, indicating a broad influence in both commercial and social sectors.