Middle East Consultants

A trend I’ve noticed while looking at job postings. Seems like more and more require Arabic fluency. This a real trend you think or just me imagining things?

EYP interview process

Anyone recently interviewed with EYP for manger/ Senior Manager? Can you share process details. How many rounds? Case vs resume focus? Do they move quickly?
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Is it a red flag if a consulting boutique firm hiring a product manager for a long term clients industry (e.g., Finance) after the entire interview process say, “ we like you, we will stay in touch but client has put t… more

A&M Director salary in the UAE?

Any 🫖 on the political situation between the UAE and KSA and how consulting firms may be affected? It’s been getting super tense recently. I’ve been hearing Dubai-based companies (e.g., Careem) are b… more

Hello.
Which firm has the strongest Real Estate practice in the region?

Hello fishes. What is total compensation for a C at Bain? Basic , allowances and bonus?

Has anyone heard of a startup called Edraak and does anyone have any experienced with the team?

EY Senior Manager salary in the UAE?

For those at AlixPartners, I just received a verbal offer and was wondering a few things:
1. Is annual bonus based on basic or total salary
2. What’s the pay increase between svp and director

Hey, choosing between a 1 year contract with a European job vs permanent role in Dubai. Any advice?

GCC expats, what portion of your salary do you keep in your local account for emergencies and monthly spending?
For the rest, do you invest in local stock markets, international markets via local plat… more

God I hate my job and the partner I work for. Nearly a year in and I can’t imagine staying any longer. This job sucks….. but I am just too exhausted to look for other opportunities with the grueling w… more

Thoughts on the UAE’s exit from OPEC?

What are your respective firms doing to attract UAE national talent?

How much would a principal consultant make at Jacobs in the Middle East (UAE)?

why is this app banned for download in the region ?

Does anyone know LEK C1/C2 salary (without bonus) for Dubai or Riyadh?

For those that have been OC'd over the last 12 months i have a few questions.

Did you take time off?

How long before you found your next job?

Any good exits regionally other than PE?

How can one pas… more

has anyone ever had to pay the termination payment when quitting their job here in middle east??

Any experiences of working with ADIO? How's work life balance and pay? Also does one need to be in office everyday?

Currently discussing an open position.

Given the current circumstances, what’s a better proposition? Associate Partner at MBB or Sr. Director at Alix Partners / A&M

I see a lot of moves from MBB to firms such as OW and S&; folks who made such a move - what are your reflections? Do you regret the move? Any concerns on perceptions in your circles/ in the job ma… more

OW’s still hiring on LinkedIn - what have they cracked in this market that others haven’t? 👀

Their pay is better than T2s, clientele is diversified and there’s no known culture issues (like nationalit… more

Have you heard anything about work culture at Damac? I am doing very well in my current job but got an offer to join their internal strategy team and not sure if this is a good idea in terms of work c… more

Garden Leave: Can someone please tell me how garden leave works in the region? Especially with Big4s. I’m moving from Canada and there is whole section on garden leave in my contract. What is its purp… more

Anyone get 100k monthly in industry? How?

Anyone had their start date pushed back?

For those who hire consultants (or ex consultants) as contractors for projects, do they do so on a part-time basis?

17K Salary

My friend is an expat in Riyadh, she’s 25 years old, 3 years and 6 months experience in the field of VCs, business accelerator and incubators as a project manager (distributing funds, companies due dili… more

Hi Guys!

Looking to move to MBB/T2 in the Middle East. Would like to spend the evenings in home base. Does it mean I should be applying only for Riyadh as most of the Dubai consultants are there anyways during the work week? … more

Is it worthwhile to move from Dubai to Riyadh from one T2 to another for a nominal position upgrade. Stuck in current firm with little hopes of upward movement. Moreover have a toddler and we don’t sp… more

How’s the vibe in Dubai? Friends have told me that the city feels a little quieter nowadays, despite business as usual.

Do MBB/T2 have access to any ai powerpoint subscription? Any reviews on how good/bad it is?

ILOE - Dubai Unemployment Insurance: Has anyone recently filed claims for the unemployment insurance? How does the timeline for approval look like?

All my friends marrying American citizens and getting easy green cards. It’s tough being an independent woman, especially in this region. Don’t want to seem like pitying myself but can’t help but feel… more

What is the most effective way for a MBB/T2 manager to transition from the Middle East to Europe?
Should I rely on online applications and networking, or are there specialized headhunters that could he… more