Searching for UAE jobs online? Apply these 5 tips to ease your online job search

If you’re looking for UAE jobs, the internet is a great place to start. After all, an online job search does away with the trouble of sending physical applications, overcomes the distance barrier, and allows you to look for jobs at your convenience.

Despite the advantages, an online job search could be unproductive without a basic understanding of the medium or the job market. Try these tips to launch an effective online job search and get the job in the UAE.

1. Prepare a great CVEnsure you have a short and eye-catching CV that does justice to your career and professional record. Recruiters spend just between 5 and 7 seconds on each CV, so ensure that your document grabs their attention. One of the best ways to do this is by incorporating keywords related to the job role in your resume. Focussing on your achievements rather than drily listing out your roles and responsibilities is another way of impressing recruiters. (Get advice on how to create a good CV here.)

2. Choose a good job siteWith hundreds of job sites to choose from, how do you know which one is the best for you? A safe bet is to choose a job site like MonsterGulf.com that - apart from being reliable - is exclusively dedicated to Gulf jobs and popular in the region as well.

3. Know the job marketThe UAE is a peculiar job market. A whopping 88.5% of the workforce in the country comprises expatriates but a steady policy of Emiratization pursued by the government privileges UAE nationals over others when it comes to job recruitment. If you are a UAE national, find out whether the job you want falls under the Emiratization bracket. Applying for a job under this policy substantially increases your chances of getting hired.

4. Choose quality over quantityThe UAE is a large economy that hosts global companies, translating into a vibrant job market. With so much recruitment happening, it is tempting to cast your net wide by applying to as many jobs as possible. But restrict yourself to a few jobs that match your skill, and follow them through to their logical conclusion. It’s a good idea to ask yourself whether you will be able to add value to the company with your specific skill sets and experience before applying.

5. Read up on the companyYou really don’t want to apply for a job and end up regretting it. Read up on the company before sending your application. Don’t limit your research to the company website; extend it to social media and internet discussion boards. This will give you a clear picture of how the company functions and whether it is the right place for you.

6. Sign up for email alertsOne of the best things about an online job search is the email alert feature that sends jobs to your inbox at regular intervals. This feature, which almost all job listings sites incorporate, culls a list of jobs based on keywords you provide and ensures that you get them on mail. This keeps you updated about new jobs in the field. 


An online job search may be extremely convenient but should not constitute your entire job hunt strategy. Mix it up with networking and cold calling to find your dream job in the UAE.

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