What are the most in-demand jobs in the UAE for the next 10 years?

What are the most in-demand jobs in the UAE for the next 10 years?

The most in-demand jobs in the UAE over the next 10 years are likely to be in the healthcare, finance, technology, renewable energy, and engineering sectors. The UAE job market appears optimistic, with a significant demand for skilled professionals in high-demand sectors. Job roles such as nurses, doctors, cloud computing specialists, software developers, cybersecurity professionals, financial analysts, and civil engineers are expected to remain in high demand in the UAE over the next decade. The country’s tax-free income, a safe and expat-friendly environment, high-end connectivity and infrastructure, and high quality of life make the UAE one of the most desired countries to work in.

*Want to work in the UAE? Let Y-Axis guide you with the process.
 

In-demand jobs in the UAE & their average salaries

The table below has the list of jobs that are currently in demand in the UAE, along with the average annual salaries offered:

 

Occupation	Average annual salary
IT and Software	AED 192,000
Engineering	AED 360,000
Accounting and Finance	AED 330,000
Human Resource Management	AED 276,000
Hospitality	AED 286,200
Sales and Marketing	AED 131,520
Healthcare	AED 257,100
STEM	AED 222,000
Teaching	AED 192,000
Nursing	AED 387,998

*Want to look for jobs in the UAE? Avail Y-Axis Job search services to find the right one.
 

List of in-demand jobs in the UAE for the next 10 years

The UAE has approximately 418,500 job vacancies annually, offering numerous opportunities for skilled professionals seeking to settle there. Companies in the UAE currently provide an average annual salary ranging from AED 4,000 to over AED 15,000. Over the next decade, there will be a massive demand for job roles such as data scientists, software developers, healthcare professionals, financial analysts, project managers, and civil engineers.  

The table below has the list of top job roles that will likely be in demand in the UAE in the next 10 years:

 

Sector	Job role
Technology	Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning Specialists
	Data Scientists and Analysts
	Software Developers and Programmers
	Cybersecurity Experts
	Cloud Computing Professionals
Healthcare	Healthcare Professionals
	Home Health Aides and Caregivers
	Doctors
	Nurses
	Pharmacists
	Biomedical Engineers
	Health Informatics Professionals
Finance & Business	Financial Analysts and Accountants
	Investment Bankers
	Compliance Officers
	Talent Acquisition Specialists
Construction & Infrastructure	Civil Engineers
	Project / Construction Manager
	Infrastructure Planner / Urban Planner
	MEP / Building Services Engineer
	Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Engineer
	Construction Technology / BIM Engineer
	Infrastructure Maintenance & Asset Manager
	Surveyors / Geomatics & Geotechnical Engineer
	Contracts / Procurement Specialist
	Project Managers
Sustainability & Energy	Solar Installers and Technicians
	Renewable Energy Engineer / Specialist
	Energy Storage / Grid Integration Expert
	Sustainability / ESG Analyst & Reporting Specialist
	Project / Program Manager – Clean Energy / Green Infrastructure
	Environmental Consultant / Regulator / Compliance Officer
	Energy Data Scientist / Analyst
	Green Hydrogen / Clean Fuels Specialist

 

Also, read…

What are the benefits of working in UAE?
 

How to get a job in the UAE from India?

You can follow the steps below to get a job in the UAE from India online:

Step 1: Research the UAE job market and understand how it works.

Step 2: Prepare a professional resume as per the UAE standards by adding all the relevant keywords

Step 3: Use online job portals and register on UAE job search platforms to look for active job vacancies

Step 4: Apply for jobs via trusted job search platforms

Step 5: Prepare for the interviews

Step 6: Attend virtual job interviews

Step 7: Get a job offer from a UAE employer

Step 8: Apply for a work permit

Step 9: Ensure all requirements, including accommodation, medical insurance, and other relevant documents, are in order before flying to the UAE.
 

*Are you looking for step-by-step assistance with UAE immigration? Contact Y-Axis, the world’s No. 1 overseas immigration consultancy, for end-to-end assistance!