Jobs in Dubai and across the UAE
Live vacancies, a straight explanation of how UAE hiring and visas actually work, and a direct route to a Dubai recruitment consultancy that has placed candidates across the GCC since 1997.
Current vacancies
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HR Director
Dubai, UAE · Permanent · HR & People
Lead the HR function for a fast-growing Dubai-headquartered group across the UAE and wider GCC.
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Talent Acquisition Manager
Abu Dhabi, UAE · Permanent · HR & People
Own end-to-end talent acquisition for a government-backed entity hiring across corporate and technical functions.
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Contract · Technical & Engineering
Join a major EPC contractor delivering a landmark giga-project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Chief Financial Officer
Dubai, UAE · Permanent · Executive & Board
Confidential CFO search for a mid-market group preparing for a regional expansion and future capital event.
How hiring in Dubai works, step by step
- 1Apply to a live vacancy or send us your CV so we can match you to briefs as they open.
- 2Screening call — we confirm your experience, documents, notice period and package expectations.
- 3Assessment — a competency interview for professional roles, or a practical trade test for skilled roles.
- 4Client interview — arranged in person or by video with the hiring employer.
- 5Offer and documentation — contract, certificate attestation and medical screening.
- 6Visa and travel — work permit, entry permit and flights coordinated with the employer.
- 7Arrival — UAE medical, Emirates ID, visa stamping and onboarding with your new employer.
What Dubai employers look for
- A clear English CV with nationality, current location, visa status and notice period.
- Verifiable certificates — and, for licensed roles, the correct UAE licence pathway.
- Evidence of relevant project or sector experience, not just job titles.
- Realistic package expectations for the UAE market and role level.
- Availability that matches the employer's mobilisation plan.
Jobs in Dubai — common questions
- For a standard private-sector role, yes — your employer sponsors the work permit and residence visa. The UAE also offers a job exploration entry permit that lets qualified jobseekers enter to look for work, and self-sponsored Green and Golden residence for those who qualify.
Talk to a Horizon GCC recruitment specialist.
Speak to one of the team and find out why UAE and GCC employers trust Horizon GCC to hire HR, technical and professional talent.