The Oil and Gas sector remains an important driver of economic growth across the Middle East, underpinning energy security, infrastructure development, and industrial progress. As investment in Iraq’s energy landscape continues to grow, organisations are racing to secure highly specialised talent ...
Saudi Arabia observes a number of public holidays each year. These holidays are recognized nationwide and are applicable to all employees, helping both public and private sector workers plan their year. In 2026, the following public holidays are expected to be observed. Please note that holidays bas...
The UAE observes seven official public holidays, as established in Cabinet Resolution No. (27) of 2024, with the same dates applicable to both public and private sector employees. In addition, working hours are reduced during Ramadan in accordance with UAE Labour Law. This unified system ensures tha...
Welcome to our annual salary report for the Medical Device and Pharmaceutical sectors in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. More than 3,000 professionals took part in our survey, conducted online, by phone, and in person between August and November this year. Thank you to everyone who contributed – you...
Finding the right talent today is more challenging than ever. Job postings and reactive recruitment alone are no longer enough to secure top performers. That is where our Market Mapping Service comes in. We provide a clear, data-driven view of the talent landscape, giving your organisation the insig...
The Wi-Fi services sector is a critical enabler of connectivity and digital transformation across the UAE, supporting enterprises, hospitality, and smart city initiatives. As demand for high-quality network solutions grows, organisations are competing to secure highly skilled talent capable of deplo...
The UAE is streamlining private sector employment for Emiratis with the launch of the “Emirati Work Package for the Private Sector”, a unified digital platform by the Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MoHRE). This platform consolidates all employment-related services for Emiratis ...
In 2022, the term quiet quitting became shorthand for employees setting firmer boundaries at work and refusing to go “above and beyond” without recognition. But in 2025, a new trend is emerging, one that is far less intentional and far more concerning: quiet cracking. What is Quiet Cracking? Qui...
The chemical industry is a cornerstone of modern economies, supplying essential materials across manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and construction. With rapid growth and increased regional investment, companies face rising demand for skilled professionals who combine technical expertise with leade...
Your highest-performing employees are often the last people you expect to disengage. They are reliable, consistent, and may rarely complain. Yet increasingly, organisations face a subtle but serious challenge: their best people are quietly checking out long before they leave. This isn’t about unde...