Sharon R. Zachariah
Highlights
Sharon’s experiences to date include;
- Negotiating technology contracts with major household names in transport and telecoms
- Designing terms and working through new business models in logistics, and web- / app-based services
- Supporting science-led startups through complex, cross-border deals and funding agreements
Expertise
Sharon Zachariah specialises in commercial law, in particular:
- B2B negotiations
- Fintech, ad-tech, new apps and AI
- Procurement and contracts for outsourced services
- Miscellaneous goods and services – B2B and B2C
Career History
• Laytons ETL, Partner / Head of Commercial, Technology, IP and IT; Jan 2024 – Apr 2025
• Waterfront Law, Partner / Head of Commercial, Technology and Data Protection, Sept 2021 – Dec 2023
• London South Bank University, Manager - contract law team / Senior Legal Counsel, Nov 2020 – Sep 2021
• Other roles: YouGov, BNY Melon, W.R. Berkley (insurance and reinsurance), The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Croydon Council
Education
• Qualified as a Solicitor in May 2016 while at the Institution of Engineering and Technology
• Sept 2007 – Aug 2009: GDL and LPC at BPP Law School
• Oct 1997 – May 2004: University of Mainz, Germany. BA and MA in English Philology with American and Spanish Philology
Professional Membership
The Law Society of England & Wales
International Association of Privacy Professionals