Sarah Woodhead
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Ian Roscoe
I worked closely with Sarah for an eighteen-month period at DXC. It was an intense period of bid work for the account where I was Lead Commercial Manager. I found Sarah to be a pragmatic and commercially minded lawyer, who, having conducted a thorough and detailed analysis of the bid as a whole, focussed on those areas of greatest risk, having identified solid mitigations for other areas. During negotiations, she was personable and patient, and often found creative ways to find clauses acceptable to both parties allowing DXC to form and maintain good business relationships with the customer. Sarah also lead the internal processes keeping senior legal management informed of risks and progress and presented the negotiated contract position for board approval, taking a large burden from me. Despite having a heavy workload, Sarah was always diligent and available to provide assistance, often at very short notice. She had the ability to prioritise, and where she could not become fully involved, nevertheless gave good solid advice until she was able to. Sarah's manner and approachability has led to her being able to create and maintain good working relationships and friendships with colleagues and customers at all levels. She has a great sense of humour, and I hope one day to find myself working with Sarah again.
Phil Nathan
In working with Sarah to close a contract worth $100m per annum, I cannot praise her performance highly enough. The process was protracted and complex, with a hard line procurement department leading the client's negotiation. Throughout Sarah was absolutely dependable, both extremely hard-working and diligent. She was always well prepared for client and internal discussions, acting with the utmost integrity at all times and ensuring that we reached an acceptable position to both the client and us. Sarah has a fantastic, calm manner. She was always prepared to take ownership of work where she could and clearly defined what was required when she could not. Sarah is a great asset to any pursuit and I would certainly wish for her support on future deals.
Ian Roscoe
I worked closely with Sarah for an eighteen-month period at DXC. It was an intense period of bid work for the account where I was Lead Commercial Manager. I found Sarah to be a pragmatic and commercially minded lawyer, who, having conducted a thorough and detailed analysis of the bid as a whole, focussed on those areas of greatest risk, having identified solid mitigations for other areas. During negotiations, she was personable and patient, and often found creative ways to find clauses acceptable to both parties allowing DXC to form and maintain good business relationships with the customer. Sarah also lead the internal processes keeping senior legal management informed of risks and progress and presented the negotiated contract position for board approval, taking a large burden from me. Despite having a heavy workload, Sarah was always diligent and available to provide assistance, often at very short notice. She had the ability to prioritise, and where she could not become fully involved, nevertheless gave good solid advice until she was able to. Sarah's manner and approachability has led to her being able to create and maintain good working relationships and friendships with colleagues and customers at all levels. She has a great sense of humour, and I hope one day to find myself working with Sarah again.
Phil Nathan
In working with Sarah to close a contract worth $100m per annum, I cannot praise her performance highly enough. The process was protracted and complex, with a hard line procurement department leading the client's negotiation. Throughout Sarah was absolutely dependable, both extremely hard-working and diligent. She was always well prepared for client and internal discussions, acting with the utmost integrity at all times and ensuring that we reached an acceptable position to both the client and us. Sarah has a fantastic, calm manner. She was always prepared to take ownership of work where she could and clearly defined what was required when she could not. Sarah is a great asset to any pursuit and I would certainly wish for her support on future deals.
Ian Roscoe
I worked closely with Sarah for an eighteen-month period at DXC. It was an intense period of bid work for the account where I was Lead Commercial Manager. I found Sarah to be a pragmatic and commercially minded lawyer, who, having conducted a thorough and detailed analysis of the bid as a whole, focussed on those areas of greatest risk, having identified solid mitigations for other areas. During negotiations, she was personable and patient, and often found creative ways to find clauses acceptable to both parties allowing DXC to form and maintain good business relationships with the customer. Sarah also lead the internal processes keeping senior legal management informed of risks and progress and presented the negotiated contract position for board approval, taking a large burden from me. Despite having a heavy workload, Sarah was always diligent and available to provide assistance, often at very short notice. She had the ability to prioritise, and where she could not become fully involved, nevertheless gave good solid advice until she was able to. Sarah's manner and approachability has led to her being able to create and maintain good working relationships and friendships with colleagues and customers at all levels. She has a great sense of humour, and I hope one day to find myself working with Sarah again.
Phil Nathan
In working with Sarah to close a contract worth $100m per annum, I cannot praise her performance highly enough. The process was protracted and complex, with a hard line procurement department leading the client's negotiation. Throughout Sarah was absolutely dependable, both extremely hard-working and diligent. She was always well prepared for client and internal discussions, acting with the utmost integrity at all times and ensuring that we reached an acceptable position to both the client and us. Sarah has a fantastic, calm manner. She was always prepared to take ownership of work where she could and clearly defined what was required when she could not. Sarah is a great asset to any pursuit and I would certainly wish for her support on future deals.
Ian Roscoe
I worked closely with Sarah for an eighteen-month period at DXC. It was an intense period of bid work for the account where I was Lead Commercial Manager. I found Sarah to be a pragmatic and commercially minded lawyer, who, having conducted a thorough and detailed analysis of the bid as a whole, focussed on those areas of greatest risk, having identified solid mitigations for other areas. During negotiations, she was personable and patient, and often found creative ways to find clauses acceptable to both parties allowing DXC to form and maintain good business relationships with the customer. Sarah also lead the internal processes keeping senior legal management informed of risks and progress and presented the negotiated contract position for board approval, taking a large burden from me. Despite having a heavy workload, Sarah was always diligent and available to provide assistance, often at very short notice. She had the ability to prioritise, and where she could not become fully involved, nevertheless gave good solid advice until she was able to. Sarah's manner and approachability has led to her being able to create and maintain good working relationships and friendships with colleagues and customers at all levels. She has a great sense of humour, and I hope one day to find myself working with Sarah again.
Phil Nathan
In working with Sarah to close a contract worth $100m per annum, I cannot praise her performance highly enough. The process was protracted and complex, with a hard line procurement department leading the client's negotiation. Throughout Sarah was absolutely dependable, both extremely hard-working and diligent. She was always well prepared for client and internal discussions, acting with the utmost integrity at all times and ensuring that we reached an acceptable position to both the client and us. Sarah has a fantastic, calm manner. She was always prepared to take ownership of work where she could and clearly defined what was required when she could not. Sarah is a great asset to any pursuit and I would certainly wish for her support on future deals.
Credentials
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Managing High Potentials
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Leading with Intelligent Disobedience
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Managing Teams
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Motivating and Engaging Employees
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Time-Tested Methods for Making Complex Decisions
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Experience
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Privilege Finance
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Legal
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Dec 2022 - Present
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The University of Law
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United Kingdom
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Visiting Lecturer
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Jul 2020 - Present
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GBG Plc
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Principal Legal Counsel
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Sep 2020 - Dec 2022
Leading a group of talented lawyers across the globe to support the Loqate business by providing legal assistance which allows for the creation of solid, long term contractual relations with its customers and business partners. Leading a group of talented lawyers across the globe to support the Loqate business by providing legal assistance which allows for the creation of solid, long term contractual relations with its customers and business partners.
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Marshall Denning
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Legal Counsel
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Jun 2017 - Nov 2019
TUPE from HPE/DXC. Working exclusively for DXC undertaking senior, high level complex transactional and contentious work across multiple jurisdictions, both in the public and private sectors, in relation to a broad range of IT services. Advising senior executives in relation to legal and compliance best practice; creating policies, processes and play books for business governance. TUPE from HPE/DXC. Working exclusively for DXC undertaking senior, high level complex transactional and contentious work across multiple jurisdictions, both in the public and private sectors, in relation to a broad range of IT services. Advising senior executives in relation to legal and compliance best practice; creating policies, processes and play books for business governance.
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Legal Counsel (Employed Barrister), Account Support
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Jan 2015 - Jun 2017
“Most Innovative European In-House Legal Team 2016” TUPE from HP “Most Innovative European In-House Legal Team 2016” TUPE from HP
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HP
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Commercial Contract Manager
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Sep 2012 - Jan 2015
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Hansells Solicitors
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United Kingdom
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner (maternity cover)
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Jul 2011 - May 2012
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P+S Personnel
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United Kingdom
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Legal Services/Sole Legal Counsel
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Mar 2011 - May 2012
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Mills & Reeve
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Solicitor
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Oct 2010 - Mar 2011
Recruited to assist with a multi-million pound professional negligence matter as a result of extensive relevant experience and local reputation. Providing assistance with other commercial matters: SPA's, contractual disputes, insurance fraud. Recruited to assist with a multi-million pound professional negligence matter as a result of extensive relevant experience and local reputation. Providing assistance with other commercial matters: SPA's, contractual disputes, insurance fraud.
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Education
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King's College London
Master’s Degree, Medical Law and Ethics