Sarah Wood
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Senior Legal and Project Professional with 15+ years' experience across legal practice, contract management, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination in both private and public sector contexts. Proven track record in leading high-level strategic legal and business operations, drafting complex legal documents, managing multi-stakeholder programs, and delivering on compliance, regulatory, and governance objectives. Passionate about advancing consumer experience and building best-practice policy and program solutions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director & Co-Founder
On the Run Learning
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed an online CPD platform for lawyers with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, delivering high-quality, on-demand learning content.
- Produced legal education videos and coordinated with keynote speakers across legal disciplines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external subject matter experts to create and deliver the content for inclusion on the platform.
- Built partnerships with institutions including NSW College of Law to acquire and distribute accredited content.
- Created and managed marketing content and digital outreach.
Principal Lawyer & Director
SiTU Solutions Legal Practice
03.2020 - 06.2023
- Led strategic direction and operational management of legal services for a diverse client base.
- Managed complex legal matters, including, reviewing, drafting and negotiating high-stakes contracts and regulatory/compliance matters.
- Developed business strategies focused on client acquisition, operational improvement, and service delivery excellence.
- Ensured full compliance with legal, ethical, and professional obligations across practice areas.
Legal Counsel
Meat & Livestock Australia
04.2015 - 03.2020
- Provided legal advice across corporate, commercial, and marketing functions with an emphasis on compliance and risk mitigation.
- Reviewed contracts and marketing campaigns for legal accuracy and strategic alignment.
- Mentored legal and contract staff; led internal training initiatives.
- Drafted and implemented policy templates, contributed to legal reform projects.
Projects Coordinator / Contracts Coordinator
Meat & Livestock Australia
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Coordinated internal approval of contracts and ensured documentation compliance using SAP.
- Liaised with internal/external stakeholders to track project progress and contractual milestones.
- Maintained contract registers, manuals, and training resources for project teams.
- Supported governance and quality assurance through robust administrative systems.
Contract Administrator
Dell Australia Pty Ltd
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Drafted and reviewed sales contracts and tenders; managed contract variations and extensions.
- Maintained contract databases and coordinated audit responses.
- Supported internal legal, procurement, and sales teams with compliance matters.
Due Diligence Team Leader / Legal Assistant (Corporate & Litigation)
Allens Arthur Robinson
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Managed online data rooms for IPOs, takeovers, and trade sales; liaised with clients and legal teams.
- Coordinated team operations, training, and quality assurance processes.
- Assisted litigation teams with document management, discovery, and legal research.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Creative Writing
Edith Cowan University
Western Australia12.2025
Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
College of Law NSW
St Leonards01.2007
Bachelor of Arts/Law - Legal Studies, Sociology
University of New England
Armidale01.2004
Skills
- Project Management
- Legal Research and Drafting
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Contract Management and Compliance
- Marketing & Communications
Certification
Admitted to practice as a Solicitor in NSW (October 2008)
Hobbies and Interests
Yoga, painting, writing, travel
Awards
Sir Frank Kitto Trophy (UNE) – 1st Place, Mixed Media Visual Arts, City to Surf Participant (2006)
Timeline
Director & Co-Founder
On the Run Learning
09.2020 - 06.2023
Principal Lawyer & Director
SiTU Solutions Legal Practice
03.2020 - 06.2023
Legal Counsel
Meat & Livestock Australia
04.2015 - 03.2020
Projects Coordinator / Contracts Coordinator
Meat & Livestock Australia
04.2013 - 04.2015
Contract Administrator
Dell Australia Pty Ltd
08.2009 - 07.2011
Due Diligence Team Leader / Legal Assistant (Corporate & Litigation)
Allens Arthur Robinson
01.2004 - 01.2009
Graduate Diploma - Creative Writing
Edith Cowan University
Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
College of Law NSW
Bachelor of Arts/Law - Legal Studies, Sociology
University of New England
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