Andre Nguyen
About Andre Nguyen
Andre Nguyen serves as the Interim Chief People Officer at Orbus Software, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in legal and commercial roles across various industries, including technology and education management.
Work at Orbus Software
Andre Nguyen has been serving as the Interim Chief People Officer at Orbus Software since 2023. He also holds the position of General Counsel & Company Secretary | Chief Legal Officer, a role he has occupied since July 2022. His tenure at Orbus Software began in June 2021 when he joined as the Group Head of Legal | Company Secretary. In these roles, he has been instrumental in driving the legal, risk and compliance, procurement, and ESG program for the company, which operates across multiple regions including London, New York, Sydney, Dubai, Katowice, and Singapore.
Education and Expertise
Andre Nguyen holds a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Technology Sydney, where he achieved Credit. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from Macquarie University. His educational background supports his expertise in integrating legal, commercial, and governance functions into business strategy. As an Australian qualified lawyer, he has developed a diverse industry focus that spans information technology, software, education management, banking, finance, and real estate.
Background
Andre Nguyen has a comprehensive legal career that includes various roles across different organizations. He worked at Kaplan as Interim Legal Counsel from 2014 to 2015 in London. Prior to his current positions, he served as the Head of Legal & Commercial at AXELOS Global Best Practice from 2017 to 2021. His experience also includes roles at CBRE Asia Pacific as Legal Counsel and HWL Ebsworth Lawyers as a Private Practice Lawyer. He has held legal counsel and compliance roles in multiple regions, including EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Andre Nguyen has completed significant transactions in the UK, Australia, Greece, and Singapore. He is known for his people-centric management style, which focuses on unlocking the potential of team members. His leadership roles have included being appointed as Company Secretary for the Group and previously serving as Head of Commercial and Legal at AXELOS. He is also a Charter Member at TechGC since 2022, contributing to the legal community.
Personal Interests
Andre Nguyen resides in West London with his wife and family. He is an avid rugby fan, reflecting his interest in sports and community engagement. His personal interests complement his professional life, showcasing a balance between work and leisure.