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Gulf Insider
9 hours ago
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Emirates Group Announces MASSIVE Recruitment Drive
The Emirates Group has launched a talent acquisition programme targeting 17,300 new employees this financial year across 350 roles spanning Emirates Airline and dnata operations. The recruitment drive covers positions throughout the aviation group's operations, including cabin crew, pilots, engineers, commercial and sales teams, customer service, ground handling, catering, IT, HR and finance departments. dnata requires more than 4,000 cargo, catering and ground handling specialists. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, said in a statement: '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.' The Group will host more than 2,100 open days and talent acquisition events across 150 cities throughout the year. These events will target pilots, IT professionals, engineers and cabin crew candidates, with Dubai-based sessions engaging UAE national students and graduates. The recruitment programme builds on the Group's recent hiring activity. Since 2022, Emirates Group has recruited more than 41,000 professionals, including nearly 27,000 in operational roles, bringing total workforce numbers to 121,000. The Group received more than 3.7 million applications in the last financial year across all brands and departments. Candidates cite the Group's brand reputation, people-first strategy, tax-free salaries, benefits packages, and training programmes as attraction factors. Dubai-based employees receive profit share eligibility, medical and life insurance coverage, travel benefits including annual leave and service-related flight tickets for employees, family and friends, concessional cargo rates, and membership cards providing discounts at retail, hospitality and lifestyle outlets. Applications for roles and information about recruitment events are available on the group's careers page. Also read: Why Aseer Is The Perfect Summer Getaway For UAE Residents Who Loved Salalah
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
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
2 days ago
- Business
- 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.
Hi Dubai
2 days ago
- Business
- 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
ARN News Center
2 days ago
- Business
- ARN News Center
Emirates Group to recruit over 17,000 staff in global hiring drive
The Emirates Group has launched a global recruitment drive that aims to hire 17,300 staff across 350 roles this year. Hundreds of new recruits are required across some roles, including cabin crew, pilots, engineers, commercial and sales teams, customer service, ground handling, catering, IT, HR and finance. dnata is looking to hire more than 4,000 cargo, catering and ground handling specialists. H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of 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.' Throughout the year, the Group will be hosting more than 2,100 open days and other talent acquisition events in 150 cities to recruit the best pilots, IT professionals, engineers, and talent for cabin crew roles. This also includes Dubai-based events to engage UAE national students and graduates. Since 2022, the Group has onboarded more than 41,000 professionals, including nearly 27,000 in various operational roles, and today has a 121,000-strong workforce. The Group has always been a top talent magnet and an employer of choice both in the UAE and globally. In the last financial year, the Group received more than 3.7 million applications for roles spanning all its brands and departments, with candidates attracted by its brand power; global reputation; people-first strategy; tax-free salary and top-notch benefits; and its renowned training, development, and recognition programmes. Talented professionals around the world are drawn to Dubai for any number of reasons – safety, security, economic opportunity, tech-centric ecosystems, future-thinking policies, and for being a vibrant, lifestyle destination.
