As India’s stature as a hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) grows, a quiet revolution is underway with the rise of Global Legal and Compliance Centres (GLCCs). Far from being mere support bases, GLCCs are emerging as engines of legal innovation and governance excellence, by delivering strategic value to multinational corporations while deepening India’s legal ecosystem.

At present, about 10% of India’s 1,800 GCCs host dedicated legal and compliance functions — translating to about 180 operational GLCCs across the country. “A back-of-the-envelope calculation suggests that these centres employ nearly 6,000 lawyers full-time, spanning sectors such as banking, financial services, pharmaceuticals, telecom, retail, technology, and energy,” remarks an industry observer.

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