Sarah ElMatarawy

• Acted as the primary legal representative for Head Office matters.
• led drafting and deployment of contract templates across the entity, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and guidelines.
• Updated the business with new laws and regulations and helped the organization to understand the impact of such new laws on the business model and operations.
• Audited company`s practices for compliance with applicable laws, reducing instances of non-compliance significantly.
• Delivered Anti-bribery trainings and training programs for employees on critical legal topics, promoting a culture of compliance within the organization.
• Supported Compliance department in investigations.
• Established strong relationships with external counsel, ensuring timely support during complex legal challenges and provided legal assistance in the preparation of legal cases and lawsuits.
• Participated in the Diversity and inclusion committee of the company and supported the committee to implement strategies that foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the company.
• Helped the the D&I committee to create strategies that comply with the company's mission, operations, strategies, and business objectives.
• Reduced litigation risks for the organization through thorough contract review and negotiation.
• Championed ethical conduct across all departments by serving as an accessible resource for ethical questions and concerns.
• Advised senior management on legal matters, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
• Supported HR in conducting internal investigations into alleged misconduct, ensuring proper remedial actions were taken promptly.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide expert legal guidance on various projects.
• Communicated and negotiated with external parties (regulators, public authority etc.), when required and supported the business in building trust relations with customers.
• Managed corporate governance of the company and advised executive leadership on corporate governance matters to ensure adherence to laws and regulations.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve optimal results.
• Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for business.
• Managed company`s corporate governance i.e OGMs, EGMs and BODs.
• Updated the business with any relevant laws or regulations.
• Delivered Anti bribery trainings to the business
• Reviewed labels, artworks, and TV Ads.
• Provided legal guidance and support to the business in major projects.
• Managed external counsel regarding company`s lawsuits
• Mentored junior associates, offering guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
• Advised business on risk mitigation strategies, helping them avoid potential legal pitfalls during negotiations or contract drafting.

⦁ Negotiated and Drafted Contracts
⦁ Reviewed Contracts and legal documents.
⦁ Drafted OGMs, EGMs and BODs.
⦁ Provided legal advices to other departments
⦁ Conducted Legal researches in different fields of law

• Evaluated potential risks associated with business transactions and provided strategic counsel accordingly.
• Advised executive leadership on corporate governance matters to ensure adherence to laws and regulations.
• Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
• Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised business on variety of legal areas.
• Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.

• Assisted senior attorneys in preparing for trial, contributing to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
• Increased client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal research on various topics.
• Analyzed complex legal issues using critical thinking skills, leading to innovative solutions for client challenges.
• Reviewed contracts thoroughly to identify potential areas of risk or non-compliance before execution by clients.

• Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
• Supported the legal team in document review processes, identifying critical information pertinent to ongoing cases.
• Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
• Shadowed experienced lawyers during client meetings, gaining valuable insight into attorney-client relationships and effective communication techniques.