UAE introduces new end-of-service gratuity system for private sector employees

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced the UAE is bringing in a new end-of-service gratuity system for employees working in the private sector, as per state news agency WAM. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, while leading a UAE Cabinet meet, said: “We approved an optional […]

Sheikh Khaled officially launches Mawaheb Talent Hub

H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has officially launched the Mawaheb Talent Hub (Mawaheb), a Human Resources Authority (HRA) initiative supporting career-driven Emirati jobseekers. Mawaheb builds on a successful pilot phase during which 7,450 citizens benefitted from 680 upskilling […]

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi launches big recruitment drive

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, is launching an ambitious recruitment drive with a Go Pink campaign, in response to the continuous regional growth of the airline. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is a joint venture between ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies with a broad portfolio of major […]

ADIB enhances Emiratisation drive at Tawdheef 2022

    Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) today participated in the Tawdheef 2022 career fair. As the platinum sponsor of the event, ADIB has taken an active role in the development and recruitment of local Emirati talent. Tawdheef is the UAE’s leading event for employment for Emirati professionals. The platform is designed to help nationals […]

Dubai Customs is ‘Great Place to Work’ for second year in a row

  Dubai Customs has been certified among the best workplaces in the UAE for the second year in a row in the large-size company category. The annual report has been compiled by management consultancy Great Place to Work, which compiles the survey in 60 countries. Researchers sent out a ‘trust index’ to employees of companies, […]

UAE Jobs: Etihad to recruit in Dubai from Monday

Etihad Airways, which is hiring for multiple vacancies, will recruit cabin crew in Dubai in the coming week. Starting Monday, June 13, the UAE’s national carrier said interested applicants can register and submit their CVs at Dusit Thani Hotel in Dubai. “With operations ramping up for a busy summer season and new Airbus A350s entering […]

UAE: Breaks during work hours mandatory under employment law

Question: I recently read about an employment rule in the UAE that mandates breaks for employees during work. Can you explain this to me? Is it a mandatory requirement? Where and how can I complain if my employer refuses to give me this option? Response: Pursuant to your queries, it is assumed that you are […]

Dubai’s Emirates steps up cabin crew hiring in 30 cities worldwide

Dubai’s long-haul operator Emirates Airline has stepped up its recruitment drive as it continues to ramp up operations across its global network amid easing of travel restrictions. In a statement on Tuesday, the airline said its hiring team is making stops in 30 cities worldwide to recruit new cabin crew members over the next six […]