Sarah Hawkins
About Sarah Hawkins
Sarah Hawkins is a Senior Sales Associate at Datasite, specializing in managing virtual data rooms for M&A transactions. With a background in law and extensive experience in business development, she has worked in various roles across Australia and the UK since 2012.
Work at Datasite
Sarah Hawkins has been employed at Datasite as a Senior Sales Associate since 2021. In this role, she specializes in managing virtual data rooms, which are essential for the secure sharing of sensitive content during mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. She utilizes Datasite's platform, Diligence, which aids deal makers in over 170 countries to close deals more efficiently. Her responsibilities include ensuring comprehensive coverage of all deal aspects, from marketing and engagement to analytics and due diligence, through to closing and post-merger integration.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position at Datasite, Sarah Hawkins worked at Thomson Reuters as a Business Development Specialist in the APAC Legal Professionals Division from 2020 to 2021. She also held the role of Legal Practice Development Manager at Portcullis Legals Ltd from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she served as the International Programmes Manager at the Australian British Chamber of Commerce for four months in 2018 and as Event Sales Manager at Hilton from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Hawkins studied at the University of Plymouth, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 2012 to 2015. Her educational background also includes attending Devonport High School for Girls, where she achieved A2 qualifications from 2004 to 2012, and Devonport High School for Boys from 2010 to 2012. Her expertise lies in managing virtual data rooms and supporting M&A transactions, which are critical in the legal and business sectors.
Career Development
Throughout her career, Sarah Hawkins has developed a diverse skill set in business development, legal practice management, and event sales. Her roles have included managing corporate events and international programs, which have contributed to her understanding of the legal and business landscapes. This varied experience has equipped her with the knowledge necessary to excel in her current role at Datasite.