Posted on January 24 2023
UAE, the Arab world’s second-largest economy, has been undertaking many legal, economic, and social reforms over the years. UAE has been attracting many skilled workers with various new visas and providing incentives for the setup and expansion of different companies.
The UAE has a huge job market with growing businesses, new projects, international investments, etc.
A recent survey of jobs in UAE and hiring trends has given a lot of hope for foreign immigrants. Every 7 out of 10 firms in UAE, meaning 70% of the UAE firms, are planning to recruit a new employee based on their skill set and qualifications.
Based on the same survey, around 50% of organizations hire foreign immigrants who make themselves available within 3 months. The UAE firms have been increasing their salaries to attract more skilled immigrants. 86% of the working professionals have a positive career outlook for the next 5 years.
The UAE government has introduced a new savings pension plan for public sector employees to encourage foreign immigrants. 50% of the UAE firms look to recruit highly skilled foreign immigrants with suitable education qualifications.
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There are various sectors or industries that have high job vacancies in UAE. They are:
UAE’s widely developed IT infrastructure contributes to science and technology-based innovations. IT is the third highest earning economy for UAE. It is believed that the IT industry in UAE has around USD 1 Trillion inaccessible investment. The Digital Economy of the UAE contributes 4.3% to the UAE’s GDP.
Currently, the IT sector in UAE requires skilled workers as there is a workforce shortage in the country. An IT employee in UAE can earn up to ARD 6,500/ month. The following table depicts the different roles an IT professional can do and earn competitive monthly wages.
Various roles in Information Technology (IT) | Average wages per month |
IT Administrator | AED 3000 |
IT Support | AED 4000 |
IT Systems Engineer | AED 10000 |
MIS specialist | AED 11000 |
Project Manager | AED 33000 |
IT Service Manager | AED 4000 |
Helpdesk IT Engineer | AED 9000 |
IT Field Support | AED 6000 |
IT Systems Administrator | AED 8000 |
IT Tech Support Engineer | AED 6000 |
In the current scenario, sales and Marketing are some of the top roles among UAE employers. There is a 20% hike in hiring Sales and Marketing employees, and this percentage is expected to increase in the next 3 years.
Around 52% of employers are searching for skilled Sales and Marketing professionals as they face a talent shortage. A Sales professional can earn an average wage of AED 5,500 per month; a marketing professional can earn an average salary is AED 5845/per month.
Various roles in Sales | Average wages per month |
Sales | AED 5000 |
Service Sales Engineer | AED 17000 |
Sales coordinator | AED 7000 |
Sales Executive | AED 13500 |
Sales Manager | AED 10000 |
Sales Assistant | AED 5000 |
Sales Promoters | AED 5000 |
Customer Service Supervisor | AED 8000 |
Executive Sales | AED 4000 |
Sales Consultant | AED 4000 |
The table below shows the various roles an individual can play as a Marketing professional and the average monthly wages.
Various roles in Marketing | Average wages per month |
Marketing Executive | AED 18000 |
SM Marketing Manager | AED 9000 |
Marketing Manager | AED 12000 |
Marketing Administrator | AED 4000 |
Marketing Assistant | AED 4000 |
Marketing Co-ordinator | AED 7000 |
Digital Marketing Executive | AED 4000 |
Brand Marketing Specialist | AED 15000 |
Performance Marketing Executive | AED 15000 |
Growth Marketing Manager | AED 25000 |
UAE predicts strong growth in Finance and Accounting jobs. Sometimes both are different roles depending on the employer. UAE currently has a shortage of Finance and Accounting professionals. A Finance and Accounting professional can earn up to AED 7,500 per month.
The table below shows various roles in Finance & Accounting occupations and the average wages per month that are earned.
Various roles in Finance and Accounting | Average wages per month |
Accounting and Finance Executive | AED 15000 |
Finance Manager | AED 22000 |
Strategy Analyst | AED 14000 |
Finance & Banking Specialist | AED 15000 |
Risk & Audit Manager | AED 20000 |
Trading Officer | AED 9000 |
Senior Accountant Specialist | AED 12000 |
Senior Financial & Planning Analyst | AED 18000 |
Managing Director | AED 20000 |
Logistics Coordinator & Admin Assistant | AED 7000 |
UAE has a high demand for Healthcare professionals, and it is considered one of the top demand job for trained professionals in 2023. This shortage of workforce is expected to continue for the next 5 years.
UAE has a history of migration of Healthcare professionals for decades. Since the last two years, the demand has increased post-pandemic. A healthcare professional can earn up to AED 7188/ month.
Various roles in Healthcare | Average wages per month |
Registered Nurse | AED 7500 |
Physiotherapist | AED 6000 |
Clinic Manager | AED 5000 |
Dietician | AED 10000 |
Diagnostic radiographer | AED 5625 |
Physician | AED 15000 |
Paediatricians | AED 12500 |
Childcare | AED 5250 |
UAE is a most reputable destination for the Hospitality sector as Hotel businesses are one of the broader economies of the country. UAE has a thriving Hospitality industry and has enormous growth prospects. A Hospitality professional can earn AED 8000 per month on average. The growth in opportunities is expected to increase next 5 years.
Other jobs that are in demand across UAE in 2023. They are:
Jobs in demand in UAE | Jobs in demand in UAE |
Psychologist | Project managers |
AI, machine learning specialists | Supply chain professionals |
Machine learning expert | Data scientists |
Cyber security specialist | Cabin crew |
Researchers | Engineers |
Digital transformers | Technicians |
Web designers | Automation experts |
Digital market experts | Business development professionals |
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Step 1: Check your eligibility – In order to apply for a UAE work visa, it is essential to check an individual’s eligibility.
Step 2: Choose your work visa- To work in UAE, an individual must be either a Graduate and/or Post-Graduate and/or High school diploma holder. An individual can get a work permit based on the candidate’s profile.
Step 3: Get your qualifications recognized– It is essential to apply for a work permit. An individual must get their qualifications recognized before applying for a UAE work permit.
Step 4: Arrange a checklist of requirements – Gather and arrange the required documents to submit for obtaining a work permit. Always checklist the documents that are necessary during applying for a work visa.
Step 5: Apply for UAE Work Visa – When all the documentation is ready, pay the work permit fees and submit your profile.
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