Talent in Dubai
| Role | Experience | Availability | Base (USD) | Package (USD) | Source |
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| Graduate | 0yr | — | — | — | indicative |
| Analyst | 1–2yr | — | — | — | indicative |
| Associate | 2–4yr | — | — | — | indicative |
| Senior Associate | 4–6yr | — | — | — | indicative |
| VP / Manager | 6+yr | — | — | — | indicative |
| Workforce Character | Majority expatriate |
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| English Proficiency | Near-universal in professional roles |
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| Social Security (Expats) | None |
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| End of Service Gratuity | Mandatory — 21 days per year (first 5 years); 30 days per year thereafter |
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| Annual Leave | 30 days mandatory |
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| Localisation Quota | Emiratisation (Nafis) — quota varies by sector and headcount |
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| Healthcare | Mandatory employer-provided health insurance |
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| Key Universities | American University in Dubai, Heriot-Watt Dubai, INSEAD DIFC campus |
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| Tech Salary Benchmarks (2025) | Senior Software Engineer $98,026–$130,701; Business Analyst $81,688–$130,701; Data Analyst $65,351–$130,701; Project Manager $114,364–$163,376 (USD/year) Source: Robert Walters Middle East 2025 Salary Survey |
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