The sought-after professional profiles

In the dynamism of the UAE market, certain professional profiles stand out particularly and are actively sought after by our clients :

• Sales Professionals

We primarily seek sales professionals for our clients. In the Emirates, you’ll find a melting pot of talents from around the world, all driven by the desire to succeed and thrive in a competitive environment.

• Support Technicians

Given the large Indian community in the region, we are also looking for support technicians who understand the diverse technological needs of our clients. These professionals must have a strong technical background and an ability to solve complex problems, providing reliable and efficient support.

Types of Employment Contracts

In the UAE, only fixed-term contracts with automatic renewal exist.

Probation Period

The duration of the probation period may vary, but it is generally six months for employees governed by the UAE Labour Law. During this period, the employer or the employee can terminate the contract without notice. Generally, the probation period is not renewable.

Working Hours and Overtime

The standard workweek in the United Arab Emirates is 5 days, from Monday to Friday, with a daily duration of 8 hours. For most professional sectors, the limit is 48 hours of work per week.

Generally, overtime is paid at a rate of 125% for weekdays and 150% for public holidays and rest hours.

The rest day is typically Friday, in line with Islamic traditions.

Paid Annual Leave

This leave is taken after a minimum working period of between 6 months and 1 year, depending on company policy. Generally speaking, the law stipulates that annual leave cannot be less than 2 working days per month for employees who have worked less than a year, and 30 working days for those who have worked more than a year. However, if the employee does not take their annual leave during the year, some companies allow the carryover of unused days to the following year, but this may be subject to conditions at the discretion of the company.

In addition, employees may be entitled to exceptional leave for specific events such as marriage or family bereavement. The durations and conditions of these events vary depending on various factors.

Note: these are calendar days, including Saturday and Sunday.

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Spoken languages

Arabic is the official language of this country and is also used in business. However, English is predominantly used and considered the language of business due to cultural diversity and the presence of many expatriates. And this last point also explains the use of many other languages such as Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam, Tagalog, and other Asian and African languages.

Furthermore, knowledge of Khaleeji Arabic (or Gulf Arabic) can be an asset. A specific local dialect, it is particularly used in daily communication and is appreciated in social interactions with locals. Egyptian Arabic and Levantine Arabic are also widely used in interactions.

Compensation

This country has not implemented a minimum wage, with salaries often determined through individual negotiations.

However, the oil, finance, technology and healthcare sectors offer the highest salaries, and companies based in Dubai and Abu Dhabi tend to offer competitive salaries.

Termination of the employment contract by the employer

Termination must be for just cause, in accordance with UAE labour law. Just cause may include unsatisfactory performance, serious misconduct, or economic circumstances justifying the reduction of staff. The employer must give notice to the employee in accordance with the provisions of the employment contract. The length of the notice period depends on the reason for termination and the terms specified in the contract.

In some cases, particularly for expatriates, the employer must coordinate the termination with the relevant authorities, such as the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Emancipation.