Those with strong digital and interpersonal skills will be the winners in the job market next year.
That's according to a new study by leading recruitment consultants Robert Half.
According to the report, consumer and business confidence is running at a higher rate than in previous years and strong economic growth is predicted for the UAE for the coming 12 months. Whilst this is good news for potential candidates, employers may struggle to fill roles due to a skills shortage.
Compared to five years ago, 82 per cent of UAE business leaders find it more challenging to find qualified talent to fill open roles.
Gareth El Mettouri, Associate Director at Robert Half UAE, tells us how some employers are making themselves more attractive to potential job seekers.
If you are searching for a new role, he has some advice for job seekers.
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Predicted starting salaries in 2020
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Chief Financial Officer (large company)
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$228,900 - $450,450
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Finance Director (large company)
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$178,000 - £312,900
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Financial Planning and Analyst Director (large company)
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$154,500 - $217,800
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Predicted starting salaries in 2020
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Chief Risk Officer
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$294,300 - $490,500
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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
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$277,900 - $457,800
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Head of Compliance
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$153,700 - $327,000
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Top 3 most in-demand roles in technology for 2020
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Predicted starting salaries in 2020
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Chief Digital Officer
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$170,800 - $261,600
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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$155,300 - £277,900
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Project/Programme Manager
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$91,600 - $138,100
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Top 3 most in-demand roles in human resources and administration for 2020
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Job role
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Predicted starting salaries in 2020
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Head of Recruitment
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$126,500 - $147,100
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HR Manager/HR Business Partner
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$65,400 – $98,000
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Personal Assistant
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$49,000 – $65,400
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Top 3 most in-demand roles in legal for 2020
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Job role
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Predicted starting salaries in 2020
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Head of Legal
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$260,000 - $425,000
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Senior Legal Counsel
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$163,500 - $220,500
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Legal Associate
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$80,500 - $175,000
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The annual report is deduced from a compilation of interviews of hiring managers, candidates and actual starting salaries in a number of roles as well as trends in the marketplace.
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