More professional job opportunities across United Arab Emirates

Professional job opportunities across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) increased by 21% between the first and second quarters of this year, according to a survey by global recruitment specialist Morgan McKinley.
Tue, 22 Jul 2014Professional job opportunities across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) increased by 21% between the first and second quarters of this year, according to a survey by global recruitment specialist Morgan McKinley.

The research found that vacancies rose from 6,653 vacancies in Q1 to 8,057 in Q2 – a 5% rise when compared to Q2 2013.

Professionals looking for new positions in Q2 this year totalled 45,575. This represents a 30% increase on the 35,138 that were seeking work in Q1, and a 12% rise in Q2 2013.

Sectors that are particularly buoyant include construction, manufacturing, banking and tourism.  

In a statement, Trefor Murphy, managing director at Morgan McKinley UAE, says: “Job figures continue to rise, both in terms of those seeking employment and positions available, as the region continues to move away from recession.

“Q2 is always a significant time for hiring in the region, especially this year with Ramadan beginning in late June and companies pre-planning for the summer slowdown.”

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