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2 hours ago
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- What's On
Emirates Careers: What are the benefits?
It's easy to see why the Emirates Group is one of the most sought-after employers in the UAE. Beyond the chance to live in Dubai, a city known for its safety, tax-free income, and unbeatable lifestyle, the airline group offers a solid list of perks that make it even more appealing. From competitive salaries to housing support and travel benefits, working at Emirates comes with some serious advantages. Emirates Employee Benefits Salary Emirates employees receive a tax-free salary. For eligible staff, the package includes competitive allowances for accommodation and transportation. Those living in company-provided housing will also benefit from support with utilities and living expenses. Accommodation Some employees, like pilots and cabin crew are entitled to company accommodation or a significant housing allowance. Medical Insurance Medical insurance is provided, and depending on role and salary grade, cover for dependents can be included at a premium that will be deducted from salary. Annual Leave Ticket Employee and dependents are entitled to an annual leave flight tickets and concessional tickets at significant discounts for travel across the Emirates network. Discounts The Emirates Platinum Card is an annual subscription service offered exclusively to Emirates Group employees and their dependents. For a minimal fee, the card can be used to enjoy discounts and special offers at over 600 retailers, hotels, restaurants and service providers. Annual Leave Emirates encourages a minimum of 30 days annual leave per year. End of Service Benefits Once employees complete one year of service, they are eligible for end of service benefits. This is a guaranteed gratuity based off basic salary and calculated for every year worked with the company. Other benefits This year, Emirates announced a record breaking financial year and awarded eligible staff a 22-week bonus. Image: Archive > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
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17 hours ago
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Emirates goes on a hiring spree for cabin crew, pilots and ground services staff
The parent of Emirates airline is looking to expand its workforce by 17,300 including hiring more cabin crew, pilots and engineers as well as cargo, catering and ground handling staff, it said on Tuesday. Emirates Group, owned by Dubai's sovereign wealth fund ICD, plans to add staff in 350 different roles across the group in the financial year that ends next March, expanding its overall workforce by 14%. The new jobs will include over 4,000 at its ground-handling firm dnata, it said. Emirates plays a key role in positioning Dubai as a global centre. Under a 10-year plan known as D33, the city state is seeking to grow its economy by investing in tourism and attracting foreign capital, including into real estate. Home to the world's tallest tower, the city-state welcomed 8.68 million overnight visitors between January and May this year, a rise of 7% from a year earlier, according to government data. As part of the recruiting drive, Emirates will be hosting over 2,100 open days and other talent acquisition events in 150 cities throughout the year, it said in the statement. (Reporting by Federico Maccioni; Editing by Susan Fenton)
Reuters
17 hours ago
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- Reuters
Emirates goes on a hiring spree for cabin crew, pilots and ground services staff
DUBAI, July 22 (Reuters) - The parent of Emirates airline is looking to expand its workforce by 17,300 including hiring more cabin crew, pilots and engineers as well as cargo, catering and ground handling staff, it said on Tuesday. Emirates Group, owned by Dubai's sovereign wealth fund ICD, plans to add staff in 350 different roles across the group in the financial year that ends next March, expanding its overall workforce by 14%. The new jobs will include over 4,000 at its ground-handling firm dnata, it said. Emirates plays a key role in positioning Dubai as a global centre. Under a 10-year plan known as D33, the city state is seeking to grow its economy by investing in tourism and attracting foreign capital, including into real estate. Home to the world's tallest tower, the city-state welcomed 8.68 million overnight visitors between January and May this year, a rise of 7% from a year earlier, according to government data. As part of the recruiting drive, Emirates will be hosting over 2,100 open days and other talent acquisition events in 150 cities throughout the year, it said in the statement.
What's On
19 hours ago
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- What's On
Emirates Careers: Emirates Group to recruit more than 17,300 staff
Dubai-based powerhouse, Emirates Group has launched a huge talent drive to recruit over 17,300 professionals as they plan to expand. This recruitment will be for over 350 roles across the group, in all aspects of the business such as cabin crew, pilots, IT professionals, engineers, commercial and sales teams, ground handling, catering. 17,300 people is the same number as a mid-size town or 58 Airbus A350 planes, so there will be a lot of jobs up for grabs. Emirates will be holding more than 2,100 open days and talent events in 150 cities to recruit the best staff, including Dubai-based events to meet UAE national students and graduates. Emirates Group has onboarded more than 41,000 talented professionals since 2022, including nearly 27,000 in various operational roles, and today has a 121,000-strong workforce. However in the last financial year, the group received more than 3.7 million applications of people looking for careers at Emirates across all brands and departments. HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, said: 'The Emirates Group's people strategy is anchored in Dubai's Economic Agenda D33 and our own projected growth and expansion. We're seeking world-class talent to fuel our bold ambition, redefine the future of aviation, and continue our commitment and culture of innovation and excellence. This is an opportunity for skilled and talented professionals to play a stellar role in our future, our strategy, and our growth story.' There are many benefits that Emirates employees can get, such as medical, dental and they even recently received a 22-week bonus. Want to apply? Go to Image: Emirates Group > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Hi Dubai
19 hours ago
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- Hi Dubai
Emirates Group Launches Global Recruitment Drive to Hire Over 17,000 Talented Professionals
The Emirates Group has officially launched a large-scale global recruitment campaign to hire over 17,000 professionals during the current financial year. The move comes as part of its ambitious growth strategy and aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to further strengthen Dubai's position as a global economic hub. Spanning 350 diverse roles, the recruitment drive covers opportunities across both Emirates Airline and dnata, a major international air and travel services provider. Vacancies range across key sectors including cabin crew, pilots, engineers, sales, ground handling, catering, IT, HR, and finance. dnata alone is set to hire more than 4,000 specialists in cargo, catering, and ground operations. H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, stated: 'The Emirates Group's people strategy is anchored in Dubai's Economic Agenda D33 and our own projected growth and expansion. We're seeking world-class talent to fuel our bold ambition, redefine the future of aviation, and continue our commitment and culture of innovation and excellence.' To support this massive talent drive, the Emirates Group will conduct over 2,100 recruitment events across 150 cities worldwide, targeting skilled professionals in aviation, technology, and customer services. Additionally, Dubai-based events will be organised to engage and recruit Emirati students and graduates, helping to build a strong pipeline of national talent. The Group has already made significant hiring strides in recent years. Since 2022, over 41,000 new employees have joined its ranks—including 27,000 in operational roles—bringing the total workforce to more than 121,000 globally. With a global reputation for excellence and innovation, Emirates remains one of the most sought-after employers in the UAE and beyond. In the last financial year alone, the company received more than 3.7 million job applications, a testament to its attractive tax-free salaries, employee benefits, and strong training and development programmes. Dubai's global appeal—driven by safety, economic opportunities, and a future-focused environment—continues to attract top talent, making the emirate a preferred destination for professionals across industries. News Source: Emirates News Agency
