Abdulwhab Alsulamy

As a member of the founding team of the Taif Development Authority, I focus on the legal aspects of the authority’s establishment. This includes preparing all necessary documents related to governance, administration, and regulatory compliance, ensuring they align with the applicable laws and regulations. In the course of this work, I also lead and manage a team of employees to support the legal and administrative functions effectively. I also draft internal bylaws and general policies to ensure institutional efficiency and transparency. Additionally, I coordinate with relevant stakeholders to guarantee legal and regulatory integration throughout all stages of the establishment.

• Reviewed all Legal documents raised to the Minister for approval, as final phase before representing them to his Royal Highness.
• Made sure all raised documents comply with the Governance within the Ministry.
• Proposed and initiated three Matrixes of Authority within the Ministry.
• Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues.
• Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations.
• Worked with legislators to assist in drafting legislations.
• Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents.

* Project Manager of Initiating the Authority's Statute Project.

* Board of Directors: "As Part of A Team"

- Structuring the Board of Directors and the General Secretary.

- Board of Directors Charter.

- Executive Committee Charter.

- Audit Committee Charter.

- Nomination and Remuneration Committee Charter.

- General Secretary Charter.

* Operational duties:

- Writing and Reviewing Legal Documents Such As; Contracts, MOUs, G-to-Gs, NDAs, LOs, and Tenders in Both Arabic and English.

- Advising About the Preparation, Drafting, and Negotiation of Legal Conditions & Terms for Contracts in Order to Assure Compliance with Relevant Saudi Law and Regulations.

- Reviewing the Legal Terms & Conditions of Draft Contracts in Order to Assure Compliance with Relevant Saudi Law and Regulations.

- Provides Legal Advice & Opinions on Legal Questions Raised by the Authority's Departments.

- Train/Mentor Other Colleagues in Legal Affairs, Especially Junior Specialists, and Provide Support and Assistance to the Team as Needed.

• Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
• Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.

• Managed several restitution claims worth over SR 14,000,000.
• Drafted agreements, contracts and other legal documents for the company.