Employee benefits are crucial for attracting and retaining talent across the Gulf region, however, a significant gap exists between what employees want and what employers provide.
The majority of expats in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia revealed that employer benefits played a significant role in their decision to relocate from their home countries.
Recent reforms in UAE labour laws have enhanced the quality of life for women, particularly Emiratis, to strengthen their role in society and the workforce, especially in federal, government, and private sectors.
The application service for Emirati women, eligible for 90 days of maternity leave and additional financial support, will be available from September 1, 2024.
Cryptocurrency is becoming more common in global tech salaries, and with this decision, the UAE tech sector may soon adopt it, possibly influencing other sectors too.
The amendments to the KSA Labour Laws aim to improve the job market, foster sustainable development with a focus on quality of work life, and reducing employee turnover and labour disputes.