2021 Recruitment: What are the recruitment expectations for your firms this year? Is it going to be similar to last year with little to no recruiting in the UAE and some in KSA, or you reckon will be generally better?
My firm, a small boutique in the region, is only recruiting on a case-by-case basis this year.

Hi Fishes,
I am into software testing domain with 2 years in automation and 3 in manual. What is the current market value for a qa over 5years of exp?

Anyone here from modern delivery team? Under CIO Advisory?

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I have 4 years of total experience with hands on experience in CMS and SQL and little bit of power bi. Now I am looking to explore whole new field of Salesforce as it's in demand right now and I am not enjoying my current role. I want your experience about switching a field and how difficult it is after that much of experience and is this a good idea?
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Anyone here work for DCF? It wasn't listed as an employer.

I am looking for a new role / job change into Broker Vote

Having experience in Broker Vote (capturing regional ranks and preparing score cards for analysts), Deep Dive Analysis, Account Review Meetings, Consumption Reporting, Interactions.

Hi All,

I received a temporary employment contract from a very reputed company in Dubai based on my previous association with them.

I know only limited contract or an unlimited contract. What is this temporary employment contract? Can someone help me?

I’m curious to hear which insurance company has the best work life balance for a senior commercial or middle market underwriting role. I currently only handle new business, which I love, but see that other companies like liberty make you handle new business and renewals. Any insight is appreciated.

Any recommended resume writing services? Especially in insurance industry

I want to leave my captive company. I don’t think I am ready to be totally on my own even with a cluster group etc. There is an option to be subcontractor in another independent company. I can write she said like 300 companies in many states, it would be helpful because I have many friends out of state. Is taking 25% of sales for giving CRM and companies too much? Seems like a lot. It is like “owning your book” but I assume I would pay a high price if I want to totally manage myself in a futu

Does Oracle Cover Dental Insurance? What's the coverage and limits?

Females, how much of your personal life do you disclose to the men in your team? I.e. Lovers, relationships, ONS etc

Looking for a salesforce referral, highly qualified, passionate product manager seeking something new! Will DM the role(s)!

Hi all, what’s a good career path after consulting? Where would you all go as your next step?

Just saw a meme that said “I’m going to turn off the news and put on a serial killer documentary to unwind” and…..ya. Does anyone else do this?

How much time BNP Paribas required to release offer letter after document submission.

Dear Aspiring Product Managers,

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What are some things to focus on in writing a cover letter? This would be for an Associate level position. I imagine it should be different than for an entry level role?

Will we be blacklisted if we accept an offer and later decide to not join in big 4?

I think we should create a compensation thread in this bowl. It would help a lot of people who are planning to switch companies/jobs or who are moving to this region. Just a thought, since it’s one of the most common questions asked here.

About to start work in ME, with the office being in Business Bay. Any recommendations on the areas I should look for accommodation? With pros and cons if possible

Did PwC increase their payscale in UAE?

Hi ME 🐠s! Would like to know a bit regarding Business Analyst roles in MBB, T2 / B4 firms in UAE. I come from a target school in India (say MBB / T2 hires from my college every year) with ~1 YOE in consulting - based in Dubai. Would the stated firms consider me for a BA role (lateral hire as an experienced BA)?

Which credit card do you think is the best for ME consultants?

Suggestions on where one may locate reasonably priced board games in Dubai? Somewhat random but I assume consultants play board games too

Recommendations for best suits in Dubai? Good quality but not 10k either.

Hows the industry doing in MENA right now? Any worries about a potential crash? Are firms still hiring? Based in the US and everything is tense here with the recent tech layoffs

What are the life sciences opportunities in UAE? I know there’s is a lot of public sector (from KSA) or finance work but is there other life sciences opportunities? Similar to what LEK, ZS, Putnam, Clearview etc all do?

What is the pay difference at consultant level between Dubai and Riyadh? Thanks

Clients are pain in the ass out here

After a decade of experience at big American banks plus consulting, with an American education and passport, how expansive are my options with big and/or small names in the region?

Anyone from EY parthenon Dubai who’s willing to chat and guide me on the process there.

@women in the ME, I’m moving from NYC to Dubai. Is there some things to consider for attire in a business environment or is it the same as in NA? I’m thinking about business travel to other countries like KSA 👀

Anyone been able to work from Dubai for a UK/US firm and benefit from no taxes? I know if you are a US citizen you pay taxes where you are globally, but if you are British, then you only pay income tax on UK income - so if you live more than half the year abroad you are classed as non-domicile resident, but wanted to hear if anyone’s done this or heard about it?

Done with final interview round of BCG for lateral placements and the HR has asked for a call for communicating final result. Generally they do this for communicating yes or no? Super anxious!

Can I live comfortably in Dubai on 25k a month? With wife and kid too?

Dubai 🐠 what are your favourite things to do in the region?

Just been offered a manager position (people & org consulting) at a big 4 in Qatar for 24k (QAR). Based on previous threads this seems low for the region. Especially as 9k goes towards accommodation (max unfurnished 1br) ....Have I been low balled? Or is this normal?