Middle East Consultants

On what consists the gov Abu Dhabi clearance ? Do they check political views e.g. twitter/ X

Anyone travelled from Dubai to any city in Europe recently? Are flights going?

Are you expecting layoffs at PwC Middle East? New leadership seems to be hinting at it.

Usually stay at the Marriott DQ in Riyadh. However, given the proximity to the US Embassy, I am skeptical to stay there as team is starting travel next week. Any other consultants staying there, do yo… more

Is anyone still traveling from Dubai to Riyadh (client site)? How come the flights are full if only essential travel is happening?

How was March’s pipeline relative to that of the same time last year at your firm? Any canceled/delayed projects due to the current situation? Last year was obviously cheeks so I’m hoping it can’t be … more

My Lebanese bros and sisters - heart goes out to you

Thoughts on the recent developments in the region as of today?

Lebanese consultants, have you managed to pass the Abu Dhabi security clearance recently?

Saudi VS UAE

Have recently been given an option to move to UAE since pipeline is dry in Saudi for management consulting practise.
I could either do that and have more job security or continue to be in Saudi with u… more

Is it possible to get Iqama while keeping salary transfer and contract in UAE?

A colleague of mine received Bain’s Test Gorilla assessment last week, are they still hiring in the region? Also what all is generally included in the test and does everyone get it? Will appreciate an… more

Ukrainian experts on the ground in the GCC are losing their minds - they say these guys are using 6-7 interceptor missiles to take down one shahed drone lmao. Round of applause for the defense consult… more

I think NEOM should be built. This is how Saudi shows its independence and might to the world after war.

I shrugged off getting an Iqama back when they weren’t issuing visas. Now with recent events maybe it’s not the worst idea in the world lol. Always good to have semi-guaranteed access to the country n… more

Just received the solve game link from McKinsey. Does everyone that applies get this link or only those whose CV passed the HR screening? Is the R1 call dependant on my solve score only now?

For the ones talking about Russia-Ukraine playbook, this has nothing to do with such situation. MBB Ukraine offices were constituted by a dozen of people… while in Russia consulting companies decided … more

Was supposed to join one of the MBBs in Dubai as an A/AC in April (already signed internal contract, booked flight and accommodation)
Given everything that’s happening right now, what do you think might happen wit… more

If things will start escalating, do you think consulting firms will start letting people go or try to transfer staff to other locations ?

Hey fish, hope you and your families are doing well.

I came across Deloitte KSA's Consultant | Valuation & Modeling role, and was wondering if anyone can tell me anything about it - the type of work, cultu… more

worried about the future of the consulting industry in ME... what options are your respective companies providing (leaves, transfers, work from home, projects abroad, etc.)

Have you all come across any good AI startups/tech solutions for consulting work? If yes, can please share the name and use case. I am trying to make my workflows more efficient.

Does anyone know the typical compensation for Senior Consultant and Manager roles at EY-Parthenon ? There is limited information available on Glassdoor and in the MENA Compensation Survey, so any insi… more

Just got back to the UK after 6 cancelled flights and 3 airport trips

anyone planning on leaving the region? if yes, how are you managing the transition?

How much do managers at L.E.K earn per month in UAE?

Can someone list companies that have fully remote roles in the UAE? For example, I believe Revolut is fully remote

I hear some companies have evacuated their consultants - incl. paid for flight and accommodation expenses? Any info on these?

Thanks!

Hi guys, hope everyone is safe. Given the current situation, I’m really struggling with trying to be as productive as before. Honestly, I feel that firms are just doing a show of empathy, nobody reall… more

Revolut has repeatedly reached out to me for their “Strategy and Operations Manager” role. Has anyone gone through the interview process with them? Could you provide some insight into what it is like,… more

Hey everyone,

I have 2 summer internship offers in the Middle East. (Not sure if I'll be in Dubai/Riyadh/Qatar). The region seems to be quite unstable at present, I'd ideally want to convert this to a ful… more

Is anyone expecting layoffs because of the ongoing conflict ?

When do we think travel to client site will resume? Eg dubai to riyadh

Is MBB hiring for entry level in Riyadh/Dubai on hold given the current situation?

ICD Brookfield was hit by a drone yesterday. How is that even possible if they openly announced they would target DIFC?