Sarah MacDonald

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ABOUT SARAH MACDONALD

Passionate, innovative and versatile business leader and lawyer, with 20+ years of experience in FMCG, retail, TMT and professional services gained within private practice and in-house. Currently, Group General Counsel and Company Secretary at IVC Evidensia, a global leader in veterinary care. Responsible for managing legal compliance, company secretarial and insurance activities across the business. Engaging leader who loves building strong and highly effective legal functions and inspiring people to achieve their potential and to achieve business results. Strong belief in the power of a high performance and heart-led culture to bring out the best in talented people and for a business to thrive. Track record in leading and implementing large scale complex transactional work including M&A, delivering transformation projects, and handling complex disputes. Proven ability to manage the dynamics of rapidly changing and complex environments and highly effective at leading businesses through crises. Trusted advisor and strategic thought partner across the business agenda, strong inter-personal skills, substantial international experience and an ability to navigate cultural differences with sensitivity. Passionate in leading the DEI & B agenda and in driving career opportunity and advancement for all. Sarah is a big believer in the role that mentor and peer support networks play in helping a company to be bold, ambitious and inclusive.