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UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014
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CONTENTS
Introduction 1
Accountancy & Finance 2
Construction & Property 4
Human Resource 8
Information Technology 10
Legal 14
Office Support 18
Sales & Marketing 20
Supply Chain & Procurement 22
About Hays UAE 24
2 | UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014

INTRODUCTION
Although salaries in the Although the economy has been growing at

3% for the last two years and confidence has
UAE are thought to have risen returned to the housing sector as seen in
by as much as 5% in 2013, increasing rents and property prices, many
this is a simple analysis of a companies are not yet sufficiently confident
about increasing their prices to customers,
complex issue with several which is what would fund more generous
constituent parts. across-the-board salary rises.
The first point to make is that some While in some cases jobseekers are being
industries, such as banking, have seen their offered the same or even a reduced salary
salaries increase more than other sectors to move jobs, we expect that employers will
such as logistics. Secondly, rises above 5% in give way to these salary demands in 2014,
the public sector mask a smaller rise in the particularly in view of the rising rents and
private sector and lastly not all companies cost of living.
within their sector have increased salaries at We would advise jobseekers to make
a universal rate. So, it is quite possible that absolutely sure they know what salary is on
you could work for a company that didnt offer before even getting as far as the job
increase salaries at all in 2013. interview and to make the company or their
One aspect of the salary debate about which specialist recruiter aware of the minimum
we are keenly aware is what happens when salary package that they would be prepared
individuals are looking to move jobs. It is to accept as this could save time and
here that we have seen a real tension frustration further down the track.
emerge in 2013 between jobseekers and They also need to be clear as to what it is
employers. The former have been looking about their unique selling points that can
for a minimum 10-15% increase in their add value to the hiring company and why
remuneration package to make it they should expect a salary rise. We are not
worthwhile to switch while the latter are yet at the point of an automatic hike!
trying to negotiate this expectation down
to ensure that a new hire fits in with their
existing salary structure.
Chris Greaves
Managing Director, Hays UAE
UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014 | 1

ACCOUNTANCY
& FINANCE
Although growing confidence There certainly isnt a shortage of skilled

and qualified accountancy and finance
in the economy is resulting in candidates in this region, but with that
more investments, the region comes increased competition and static
isnt quite operating at full salary expectations.
throttle yet. Within government organisations we see a

clear objective to increase the number of
This means, for companies in the UAE, local Emiratis employed, and now regional
they need to have an awareness of their and international banks are starting to
outgoings and be able to identify, and specify a need for Emirati talent too.
capitalise on the growing market.
Top 3 roles in demand:
For these reasons industries that are
Financial planning and analysis
currently driving the market, such as
Construction & Property, and Oil & Gas, Technical accounting IFRS especially
weve seen an increase in accountancy
Cost management
and finance hiring. Elsewhere in other
industries, such as FMCG, advertising &
media, legal etc. vacancies are occurring
on a less regular basis.

Accountancy & Finance
Qualified
AED Range Typical
Group CFO 80,000-200,000 110,000
Regional CFO 65,000-140,000 80,000
CFO* 70,000-100,000 85,000
CFO** 50,000-80,000 65,000
Finance Director* 40,000-65,000 50,000
Finance Director** 35,000-55,000 40,000
Finance Controller 28,000-40,000 32,000
Finance Manager 20,000-28,000 25,000
Head of Internal Audit 40,000-80,000 55,000
Internal Audit Manager 25,000-45,000 35,000
Internal Auditor 15,000-25,000 20,000
Chief Accountant 25,000-38,000 30,000
Financial Accountant 14,000-23,000 18,000
Management Accountant 15,000-25,000 18,000
Financial Analyst 15,000-24,000 20,000
Business Analyst 12,000-28,000 22,000
Non and part-qualified
AED Range Typical
Assistant Accountant 10,000-17,000 13,000
Accounts Assistant 10,000-15,000 12,000
Purchase Ledger Manager 15,000-22,000 18,000
Purchase Ledger Clerk 10,000-16,000 13,000
Credit Manager 16,000-24,000 20,000
Credit Controller 10,000-18,000 13,000
Monthly gross salary in AED within the UAE for full time positions.
* Annual turnover >100m; ** Annual turnover <100m

CONSTRUCTION
& PROPERTY
2014 will continue to Degree educated Design Engineers,

Planners, Cost & Contracts Managers and
demonstrate strong growth Project Managers with experience on major
in the Construction industry civil and transportation infrastructure
across the GCC the UAE, projects are particularly sought after,
specifically in Qatar and Saudi Arabia where
Qatar and Saudi Arabia ambitious transport and utility programmes
specifically being the are currently underway.
key drivers. Within the UAE, the renewed optimism
amongst the developers is showing an
The UAE winning the Expo 2020 bid, increase in demand for Design Managers,
Qatars commitment to hosting the Planners, Development Managers and
2022 FIFA World Cup, and Saudi Arabias Project Managers as they embark on new
continued investment into major real estate projects and also the re-launch
transportation and residential projects of previously shelved projects.
will contribute to a significant increase in
order books over the next 12 months. Whilst we expect the job market to
significantly increase over the coming year,
the demands from clients will also continue
with the skillsets they are seeking. Degree
educated, professionally qualified candidates
are essential for middle senior

Construction & Property
management positions, and whilst Top 3 roles in demand:

employers are open to candidates from
Cost & Contracts Managers
overseas with the necessary skillsets for
major civil projects, the trend remains very Planners
much for candidates with proven GCC
Design Managers
design and delivery experience for those
employers looking to hire candidates for Project Managers
real estate projects. Arabic speaking skills
are an advantage but not essential.
Architecture
AED Range Typical
Architect 18,000-30,000 25,000
Senior Architect 30,000-45,000 35,000
Associate 42,000-55,000 50,000
Interior Designer 15,000-30,000 25,000
Senior Interior Designer 25,000-40,000 35,000
Landscape Architect 15,000-30,000 20,000
Design Manager 30,000-45,000 35,000
Principal 40,000-60,000 50,000

Cost/Commercial Management/Planning
AED Range Typical
Quantity Surveyor 23,000-35,000 30,000
Senior Quantity Surveyor 35,000-45,000 40,000
Commercial Manager 40,000-60,000 50,000
Senior Commercial Manager 50,000-70,000 60,000
Claims Manager 55,000-65,000 60,000
Project Controls Manager 45,000-65,000 55,000
Engineering
AED Range Typical
Mechanical/Electrical Engineer 15,000-25,000 20,000
Senior Mechanical/Electrical Engineer 25,000-40,000 30,000
MEP Manager 30,000-50,000+ 40,000
Civil/Structural Engineer 18,000-25,000 21,500
Senior Civil/Structural Engineer 25,000-40,000 30,000
Resident Engineer 20,000-30,000 25,000
Senior Resident Engineer 30,000-45,000 40,000
Associate 30,000-50,000 40,000

Facilities Management
AED Range Typical
Facilities Manager 20,000-30,000 25,000
Senior Facilities Manager 30,000-40,000 35,000
Technical Facilities Manager 35,000-45,000 40,000
FM Operations Manager, Senior 40,000-50,000 45,000
Director Facilities Management 45,000-55,000 50,000
Real Estate/Property
AED Range Typical
Leasing Managers in-house 25,000-35,000 30,000
Development Manager 40,000-50,000 45,000
Development Director 55,000-85,000 70,000
Associate Director 30,000-38,000 35,000
Property/Asset Manager 20,000-35,000 28,000
Valuations Manager (4yrs PQE) 28,000-32,000 30,000
Valuations Director 40,000-50,000+ 45,000
Research Manager 25,000-35,000 30,000

HUMAN RESOURCES
The market for HR skills in Compensation & Benefits and

Learning & Development can expect to see
professionals saw steady slight salary increases due to the talent
growth in 2013, and all signs shortages in the market.
point to this trend continuing Top 3 roles in demand:
throughout 2014. HR Director
This is partly due to the rapid expansion of L&D and Talent Manager
businesses within the region that need to
In-house recruiters
boost their HR headcount with specialists
who can acquire, retain and develop the
top talent that will bring about growth.
We have observed an increased demand for

Western educated professionals with
international experience, particularly at the
upper managerial levels with 8 or more
years experience. Candidates with niche

Human Resources
AED Range Typical
HR Officer 10,000-18,000 14,000
Recruitment Specialist 12,000-45,000 25,000
Compensation & Benefits Specialist 25,000-55,000 35,000
Learning & Development 15,000-45,000+ 35,000
HR Business Partner 20,000-45,000+ 30,000
HR Manager 25,000-45,000 35,000
HR Director 35,000-60,000+ 45,000
Group HR Director 45,000-70,000+ 55,000

INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Commercial buoyancy in the Although a competitive market for

general IT professionals, there is a noted
region is fuelling a thriving IT shortage of talent for IT Security, Mobile
sector large companies are Technology Specialists and Business
confidently expanding their Intelligence Consultants.
operation and investing in On average over the past year we have seen
better networks, cloud salaries increase by up to 10% in some roles.
This is because companies are seeing the
services, software systems value of investing in employees who possess
and digital marketing. the skills to take their business forward.
As a result the in-house IT department Top 3 roles in demand:

is becoming a slick well-trained, Business development
multi-skilled division.
Mobile technology specialists
As well as a continued demand for western
IT security
educated Arabic speakers, we have also seen
more IT Business Development roles appear
as a result of the budding economy.

Information Technology
AED Range Typical
CEO 65,000+ 50,000
CIO 50,000+ 40,000
Head of IT/Directors 40,000+ 35,000
IT Managers 18,000-50,000 30,000
IT PMO Head 35,000+ 30,000
Business Solutions Managers 35,000+ 25,000
Infrastructure Managers 20,000-50,000 30,000
IT Solution Architects 25,000-50,000 35,000
IT Security Advisors 20,000-50,000 30,000
Senior Security Consultants 20,000-50,000 30,000
Infrastructure Security Specialist 18,000-50,000 25,000
Technical Consultants 15,000-50,000 20,000
Technical Project Managers 20,000-50,000 30,000
Project Managers (PMP-Prince2) 18,000-50,000 25,000
Project Leaders 15,000-45,000 20,000
Business Intelligence 20,000-50,000 30,000
Business Analyst 15,000-50,000 20,000
Change Managers 20,000-50,000 25,000
Application Analyst 15,000-30,000 20,000
SharePoint Specialists 12,000-30,000 18,000
Microsoft Exchange Consultants 12,000-30,000 15,000
Product Managers 15,000-35,000 20,000

Information Technology
AED Range Typical
Oracle Consultants 15,000-45,000 20,000
SAP Consultant 20,000-45,000 30,000
SAP (PM) 20,000-50,000 30,000
Senior Solution Engineers 15,000-50,000 20,000
Development Managers 18,000-60,000 25,000
Web Developers 12,000-40,000 18,000
Developers 12,000-40,000 15,000
Testers 12,000-40,000 15,000
Technical Support Engineers 10,000-25,000 18,000
Network Engineers 12,000-25,000 15,000
Administrators 10,000-25,000 15,000
Technical Pre-sales Engineers 15,000-35,000 20,000
Technical Sales Consultant 15,000-40,000 20,000
New Business Developers 12,000-45,000 20,000
Account Managers 12,000-35,000 18,000
Sales Managers 15,000-50,000 20,000
Sales Directors 20,000-60,000 25,000
Country Sales Manager 20,000-50,000 30,000

LEGAL
The legal sector has remained For those with over eight years experience,
the market is extremely competitive, with
fairly static in 2014, with few supply far outweighing demand. This is
vacancies being registered. reflected in the stagnant salary levels
in 2013-14.
The legal sector has remained fairly
static from 2013 going into 2014, with few Top 3 roles in demand:
vacancies being registered. However, when Top tier Corporate Lawyers 3-5 years
new investments and the expansion plans of PQE in house
multinationals in the region come to fruition,
hiring should pick up. Excellent corporate bilingual Arabic
speakers for in-house roles 8 years
The UAEs current construction and property PQE plus
boom has fuelled a growing need for skilled
Arabic construction litigators
Arabic construction litigators. In-house
candidates with 3-5 years experience are
also highly sought after.

Legal
Legal in-house
AED Range Typical
1-3 years PQE 32,000-38,000 35,000
3-4 years PQE 38,000-45,000 41,500
4-6 years PQE 45,000-55,000 50,000
6-8 years PQE 55,000-65,000 60,000
General Council/Head of Legal 75,000+ 80,000
Private Practice UK International
AED Range Typical
Newly Qualified 28,000-32,000 30,000
1 year PQE 32,000-35,000 33,000
2 years PQE 35,000-40,000 35,000
3 years PQE 40,000-44,000 42,000
4 years PQE 44,000-48,000 46,000
5 years PQE 48,000-54,000 50,000
6 years PQE 51,000-57,000 53,000
7 years PQE+ 57,000+ 65,000

Legal
Private Practice UK Magic Circle
AED Range Typical
Newly Qualified 30,000-35,000 32,000
1 year PQE 35,000-40,000 37,000
2 years PQE 40,000-45,000 42,000
3 years PQE 50,000-60,000 55,000
4 years PQE 55,000-65,000 60,000
5 years PQE 60,000-70,000 65,000
6 years PQE 65,000-75,000 70,000
7 years PQE+ 70,000+ 80,000
Private Practice US International
AED Range Typical
1 year PQE 40,000-45,000 42,000
2 years PQE 45,000-50,000 47,000
3 years PQE 50,000-60,000 55,000
4 years PQE 60,000-65,000 62,000
5 years PQE 67,000-77,000 70,000
6 years PQE 75,000-85,000 80,000
7 years PQE+ 85,000+ 85,000

OFFICE SUPPORT
The regions recent commercial Companies, however, increasingly require

for candidates to have good local knowledge
boom has increased the and Arabic speaking skills in support
demand for office support of the local governments Emirati
staff as a whole. employment initiative.
The extensive talent pool who are readily

In particular for junior positions and available has seen salaries remain relatively
vacancies in the Oil & Gas, Hospitality and stable with no significant increases. As more
Professional Services sectors as they start organisations are willing to wait for the right
to expand their operations. person to fill their roles, jobseekers are
prepared to take pay cuts in order to gain
Competition within office support remains
more experience, learn new skills or
high, with a large number of quality
get a foot in the door.
candidates flooding the market, especially
from western European countries. Top 3 roles in demand:
Senior Western EA
Arabic PA
British Legal Secretary

Office Support
Office Support
AED Range Typical
Executive Assistant 15,000-25,000 18,000
Personal Assistant 12,000-25,000 16,000
Administrator 10,000-15,000 12,000
Receptionist 10,000-14,000 12,000
Office Manager 15,000-25,000 20,000
Secretary 14,000-22,000 18,000
Legal Secretary 15,000-23,000+ 18,000
Paralegal 16,000-25,000+ 20,000

SALES & MARKETING
The Sales and Marketing sector The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Qatar is
also experiencing high employment growth.
started to reap the benefits of Successful candidates in these regions
the regions growth in 2013. usually have strong regional experience.
Many retail, multinational and Fast Moving Top 3 roles in demand:

Consumer Good (FMCG) businesses started Key Account Manager
to expand their operations, hiring new talent
rather than opting for internal promotion Regional Sales Manager
a trend that was evident during the lull PR/Communications
of previous years.
The rise of digital has helped to increase the

hiring pace of marketing roles, while sales
continues to remain a premium skill. A high
volume of quality sales and marketing talent
can be found within the region, making it a
competitive market. There has been a clear
demand for both skill sets in 2014, which will
help candidates stand out, particularly in the
FMCG market.

Sales & Marketing
Marketing & Brand
AED Range Typical
Marketing Executive 12,000-22,000 17,000
Marketing Manager 28,000-40,000 34,000
Marketing Director/Head of Marketing 40,000-60,000 50,000
Junior Brand Manager 12,000-18,000 16,000
Brand Manager 18,000-30,000 25,000
Communications & PR
AED Range Typical
Corporate Communications Assistant 15,000-20,000 17,000
Corporate Communications Manager 25,000-45,000 35,000
Corporate Communications Director 45,000-60,000+ 50,000
PR/Media Relations Executive 15,000-20,000 17,000
PR Manager 25,000-35,000+ 30,000
PR Director/Head of PR 40,000-50,000+ 45,000
Sales & Account Managers
AED Range Typical
Sales Executives 10,000-15,000+ 12,000
Sales Managers 20,000-35,000+ 25,000
Sales Director/Head of Sales 40,000-45,000+ 40,000
Key Account Manager 15,000-25,000 20,000
Business Development Manager 25,000-45,000 35,000

SUPPLY CHAIN &
PROCUREMENT
The demand for Procurement companies (MNCs) having their regional HQs
within the Emirate. The majority of the
and Supply Chain professionals worlds largest logistics companies (3PLs)
in the Middle East has are also benefiting because of the increased
remained strong, with demand for warehousing in a number of
industries, particularly within the building
companies continuously materials sector.
looking at how they can
From a geographical perspective, outside of
improve their customers/ the UAE, clients in Saudi Arabia also have a
suppliers experiences, strong focus on creating efficient supply
chain teams, with an increased demand for
therefore creating new Saudi Nationals.
positions in this discipline.
Top 3 roles in demand:
Although employers are more open to
Supply Chain Manager
looking overseas for talent, local experience
is always preferred. Procurement Manager
The FMCG and Pharma industries in Warehouse Manager

particular are still a growing presence within
Dubai, with many such multinational

Supply Chain & Procurement
AED Range Typical
Logistics Manager 12,000-40,000 25,000
Sales Manager 12,000-35,000 22,000
GM/Country Manager 35,000-65,000 50,000
Air Freight Manager 12,000-30,000 20,000
Transport Manager 12,000-65,000 35,000
Operations Manager 20,000-55,000 40,000
Commercial Manager 20,000-55,000 35,000
Shipping Manager 12,000-60,000 35,000
Warehouse Manager 10,000-50,000 35,000
Demand Planner 15,000-30,000 20,000
Supply Planner 10,000-28,000 20,000
Buyer (Raw Material) 10,000-20,000 15,000
Sourcing Manager 15,000-40,000 25,000
Supply Chain Manager 12,000-65,000 35,000
Purchasing Manager 12,000-65,000 35,000

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MARKET INTELLIGENCE

2 | UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014

Although salaries in the Although the economy has been growing at

UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014 | 1

Although growing confidence There certainly isnt a shortage of skilled

throttle yet. Within government organisations we see a

2 | UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014

AED Range Typical

Group CFO 80,000-200,000 110,000

Regional CFO 65,000-140,000 80,000

CFO* 70,000-100,000 85,000

CFO** 50,000-80,000 65,000

Finance Director* 40,000-65,000 50,000

Finance Director** 35,000-55,000 40,000

Finance Controller 28,000-40,000 32,000

Finance Manager 20,000-28,000 25,000

Head of Internal Audit 40,000-80,000 55,000

Internal Audit Manager 25,000-45,000 35,000

Internal Auditor 15,000-25,000 20,000

Chief Accountant 25,000-38,000 30,000

Financial Accountant 14,000-23,000 18,000

Management Accountant 15,000-25,000 18,000

Financial Analyst 15,000-24,000 20,000

Business Analyst 12,000-28,000 22,000

Non and part-qualified

AED Range Typical

Assistant Accountant 10,000-17,000 13,000

Accounts Assistant 10,000-15,000 12,000

Purchase Ledger Manager 15,000-22,000 18,000

Purchase Ledger Clerk 10,000-16,000 13,000

Credit Manager 16,000-24,000 20,000

Credit Controller 10,000-18,000 13,000

UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014 | 3

2014 will continue to Degree educated Design Engineers,

4 | UAE Salary Guide and Market Overview 2014

management positions, and whilst Top 3 roles in demand:

AED Range Typical

Architect 18,000-30,000 25,000

Senior Architect 30,000-45,000 35,000

Associate 42,000-55,000 50,000

Interior Designer 15,000-30,000 25,000

Senior Interior Designer 25,000-40,000 35,000

Landscape Architect 15,000-30,000 20,000

Design Manager 30,000-45,000 35,000

Principal 40,000-60,000 50,000

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AED Range Typical

Quantity Surveyor 23,000-35,000 30,000

Senior Quantity Surveyor 35,000-45,000 40,000

Commercial Manager 40,000-60,000 50,000

Senior Commercial Manager 50,000-70,000 60,000

Claims Manager 55,000-65,000 60,000

Project Controls Manager 45,000-65,000 55,000

AED Range Typical

Mechanical/Electrical Engineer 15,000-25,000 20,000

Senior Mechanical/Electrical Engineer 25,000-40,000 30,000

MEP Manager 30,000-50,000+ 40,000

Civil/Structural Engineer 18,000-25,000 21,500

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer 25,000-40,000 30,000

Resident Engineer 20,000-30,000 25,000

Senior Resident Engineer 30,000-45,000 40,000

Associate 30,000-50,000 40,000

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