Payal Khanna is the Director and Head of Legal for the South West Asia Cluster at DB Schenker, where she leads the organisation’s legal, compliance, and risk functions. With more than 16 years of diverse legal experience, she brings strong expertise across the FMCG, automotive, and logistics sectors.

Ms. Khanna began her professional journey in law-firm practice before transitioning to in-house legal leadership, gaining valuable experience in advising businesses on complex commercial and corporate matters. Prior to joining DB Schenker, she held legal roles with leading organisations including PepsiCo and Volvo Cars, broadening her exposure to diverse industries and business environments.

At DB Schenker, she provides strategic legal counsel while supporting business teams in navigating regulatory requirements, commercial risks, compliance obligations, and evolving legal frameworks. Her cross-sector experience and business-oriented approach enable her to align legal strategy with organisational objectives while strengthening governance and risk management. Her career reflects a strong focus on practical, commercially driven legal leadership.