Dubai Liveability

Dubai employment guide

Mon, August 1, 2022

As one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Dubai provides expat professionals an unrivalled opportunity to fast-track their careers.

1st

Talent inflows

The UAE ranks first in the world for total talent inflows relative to the size of its population.

Source: LinkedIn/MoE

2nd

Economical potential

Dubai ranked second worldwide in FDi Intelligence’s Global Cities of the Future report for economic potential.

Source: FDi Intelligence

3rd

Best destination for digital nomads

Dubai was named the world’s third-best city for digital nomads.

Source: Savills

4th

Best place to live and work

UAE was voted the world’s fourth-best place to live and work in HSBC’s 2021 Expat Explorer survey, rising 10 places from 2020.

HSBC

4th

Best place to relocate

UK-based Money rated Dubai the fourth best city in the world to relocate to in its 2021 Relocation Report.

Source: Money

Dubai: A global innovation hub

Dubai authorities are investing billions in creating a highly innovative business ecosystem designed to attract the best talent from around the world.

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Dubai: A global hub for talent

As one of the world’s fastest growing and most innovative economies, Dubai offers talented professionals access to an array of exciting career opportunities.

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Working for yourself in Dubai

Looking to move to Dubai to start your own business or freelance? Here’s what you need to know.

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Ultra-competitive salaries

Thanks to its tax-free environment and high living standards, average salaries and benefits packages, Dubai ranks among the most attractive of any major expat hub worldwide.

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Salary and benefits packages

Dubai-based employers typically provide new employees with a range of incentives as part of their negotiated salary packages, from health insurance and accommodation to transportation allowances and regular flights home.

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Accepting a job offer

Found your perfect job? Here’s what to expect when you receive a job offer in Dubai.

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UAE labour law explained

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Moving to Dubai checklist

Moving to Dubai and don’t know where to start or what to do when you get here? Read on.

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Dubai: The world’s most exciting workplace

Read on to discover what it’s like working in one of the most dynamic cities on the planet.

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