EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW

Manahil Ubaid is an emerging legal professional at Tasheel Law Firm, specializing in Corporate Law and Employment Law. With a strong academic foundation and a global legal perspective, she brings an analytical and solutions-oriented approach to corporate advisory, regulatory compliance, and workforce governance.

Manahil advises clients on a wide range of corporate and employment matters, including company incorporation, corporate restructuring, amendments to Articles of Association, and employment contract compliance. She works closely with both startups and established entities to ensure that their corporate documents, governance policies, and employment frameworks comply with Saudi law while remaining adaptable to evolving business needs.

Her experience spans across key sectors such as Energy, Construction, Financial Services, Technology, Real Estate, and Healthcare. Combining international legal training with a practical understanding of Saudi regulations, Manahil provides clients with clear, actionable, and compliant solutions that support their strategic and operational objectives.

Education and Qualifications

• Master of Laws (LL.M.) – BPP University, London
• Barrister Training Course (BTC) – BPP University, London
• Called to the Bar of England and Wales and Member of The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) (Hons.) (2:1) – University of London
  • High Achiever Award – Year 2 and Final Year
• Certificate in Advocacy Training – The Institute of Legal Studies

Practice Areas and Industry Sectors

• Practice Areas:
  • Corporate Law
  • Employment Law
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Contract Drafting and Policy Advisory
• Industry Sectors:
  • Energy
  • Construction
  • Financial Services
  • Technology
  • Real Estate
  • Healthcare

Notable Experience

• Corporate Restructuring and Entity Conversion

Assisted in the restructuring of a Saudi-based logistics company, including converting from a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a Closed Joint Stock Company (CJSC) to attract institutional investors and ensure compliance with the latest Companies Law.

• New Company Formation and Licensing

Supported multiple foreign and local clients in establishing new corporate entities in Saudi Arabia, drafting Articles of Association, shareholder resolutions, and liaising with MISA and Ministry of Commerce for licensing and registration.

• Amendment of Corporate Documents

Prepared and filed amendments to corporate documents, including changes in shareholding structure, management appointments, and business activities, ensuring compliance with Saudi corporate governance requirements.

• Employment Contract Review and Workforce Structuring

Reviewed, drafted, and localized employment contracts for a multinational client in the energy and technology sectors, aligning documentation with Saudi Labor Law and the firm’s global policies.

• Policy Development and Internal Governance

Developed HR and compliance policies for a construction company to ensure adherence to Saudization requirements, employee benefits regulation, and termination procedures.

• End-of-Service and Termination Advisory

Provided advisory on complex termination cases under Saudi Labor Law, including calculation of end-of-service benefits and settlement documentation for executive-level employees.

• Corporate Due Diligence Support

Conducted legal due diligence on corporate and employment compliance for a real estate client acquiring a mid-sized construction subsidiary, ensuring full regulatory alignment pre-acquisition.

• Employment Law Audit and Compliance Review

Assisted in a comprehensive employment compliance audit for a financial institution, identifying gaps in employee onboarding procedures, salary structures, and expatriate documentation.

Professional Affiliations and Memberships

Member – The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn

Pro Bono Volunteer – BPP National Legal Translation Service

Languages: Fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Pashto; Conversational Arabic