The Emirates Group has launched a global talent scouting and acquisition drive, aiming to onboard 17,300 people this financial year, the aviation powerhouse said in an official statement.
These roles, according to the company, will span every facet, function and operation across Emirates and dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider.
According to the statement, dnata is looking to hire more than 4,000 cargo, catering and ground handling specialists.
HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, said, “The Emirates Group’s people strategy is anchored in Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33 and our own projected growth and expansion.
Throughout the year, the Group will be hosting more than 2,100 open days and other talent acquisition events in 150 cities to recruit the best pilots, IT professionals, engineers, and talent for cabin crew roles.
Since 2022, the Group has claimed to have onboarded more than 41,000 talented professionals, including nearly 27,000 in various operational roles, and now has a workforce of 121,000.
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In the last financial year, the aviation behemoth reported receiving more than 3.7 million applications for roles across all its brands and departments, with candidates drawn to its brand power, global reputation, people-first strategy, tax-free salary, top-notch benefits, and renowned training, development, and recognition programmes.