Meet the Team!

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Natalie Thomas

Adelaide Program Manager


Natalie is a senior commercial lawyer with more than a decade of experience across private practice, in-house and government roles. She advises businesses and government agencies on commercial transactions including cross border transactions, strategic projects, procurement, governance and regulatory matters across a range of highly regulated industries.

Before entering law, Natalie commenced her career as a scientist in clinical trials and infectious disease research. She spent 12 months at the Shandong Centre for Disease Control in Jinan as an Australian Youth Ambassador for Development through the Australian Government’s international development program. She later contributed to Australia–China initiatives while working at an international law firm. These experiences developed her interest in strengthening professional connections and practical understanding between Australia and China.