Carl Buhariwala
About Carl Buhariwala
Carl Buhariwala serves as Legal Counsel at Starpharma, where he integrates legal strategies with corporate governance frameworks. He has extensive experience in the legal field, having previously worked at KPMG Australia and various legal services in Melbourne.
Current Role at Starpharma
Carl Buhariwala serves as Legal Counsel at Starpharma, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he integrates legal strategies with corporate governance frameworks to support the company's business operations. He provides legal advice on governance, risk, and compliance matters, including company secretarial responsibilities. His expertise includes advising on legal matters related to proprietary polymers known as dendrimers, which are essential to Starpharma's pharmaceutical developments.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Prior to his current role, Carl Buhariwala worked at KPMG Australia for three years, from 2018 to 2021. He initially joined as a Consultant from 2017 to 2018, before transitioning to a Lawyer position until 2021. His experience at KPMG involved providing legal insights and consulting services, further developing his expertise in corporate law and compliance.
Education and Qualifications
Carl Buhariwala completed his education at Monash University, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Commerce between 2012 and 2017. He also obtained a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law in 2018. Additionally, he holds a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and a Diploma of Music from MWT Institute, as well as a Certificate IV in Business Sales from Performance Edge Systems Pty Ltd.
Early Career and Legal Experience
Carl's early career included various roles in the legal field. He worked as a Law Clerk and Paralegal at DLegal - Barristers & Solicitors in 2016, and as a Caseworker at Springvale Monash Legal Service from 2015 to 2016. He also served as a Project Consultant at 180 Degrees Consulting in 2016 and held multiple positions at Springvale Monash Legal Service, including Family Law and Child Support Paralegal. His diverse experiences laid a strong foundation for his legal career.
Involvement in Professional Organizations
Throughout his career, Carl Buhariwala has actively participated in various professional organizations. He served as an Editor for the Economics Student Society of Australia and as a Subcommittee Volunteer for the Monash Law Students' Society. Additionally, he was an Executive Committee Member for Monash Entrepreneurs in 2014. These roles contributed to his professional development and understanding of the legal and business landscapes.