Mckinsey folks - do you recruit for Dubai offices or is it limited to Abu Dhabi/Riyadh? If so, Can exceptions be made if the candidate is a strong performer?

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It is not based on “performance” - chances r better if u r talented and with a niche, but u need a case and relevance to the office u r insuring to join. So if u r coming from abroad, not likely the case for u

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You can go for Dubai or Qatar but your chances are lower and you’ll get paid less

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You might have to give up the signing bonus

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