UAE Salary Guide 2027What talent earns across industriesUse this tool to compare salaries for the roles you're hiring for in a few simple steps. Search by role or sector to access salary data for professional, specialist, leadership, and executive roles.Search by job title Job title Enter job title: Use the predictive text to choose the job title which is the closest match to yours.Discover salaries per specialism Banking and Financial Services Energy Engineering and Manufacturing Finance and Accounting Health and Life Sciences Human Resources Legal Procurement & Supply Chain Project Management & Strategy Property & Construction Sales and Marketing B2B Sales and Marketing B2C Technology The employment market in 2027: What to expectSaudi Arabia has seen a more measured year in 2026, with geopolitical shifts and tighter government spending leading to slower hiring and market activity than in recent years. That said, momentum has picked up in the second half of the year, creating renewed confidence that hiring activity will strengthen in 2027.While the overall market has been slower, several sectors have remained resilient. Technology, AI and data centres continue to attract investment and drive demand for talent, while the construction sector is increasingly shifting from project delivery to the management and operation of completed assets. The continued growth of entertainment, tourism and leisure is also creating new opportunities across the economy.For employers, the focus is increasingly on retaining, developing and planning for future talent needs. Saudization remains a key priority, supported by a growing pipeline of Saudi professionals moving into senior leadership roles. As the market matures, organisations that can attract, develop and retain top talent will be best placed to capitalise on the opportunities ahead. Chris Rea, General Manager, Saudi Arabia Message from Chris Rea Explore the latest trends with our salary guide.Our Salary Guide helps you understand your salary or shape a salary strategy for your team.Whether you're hiring or looking at your next career move, our detailed salary guides give you a clear view of pay levels by role, industries and company size.Insights into the roles, skills, and hiring challenges shaping the market.Want to see how your salary compares with current market rates? Or hiring and finding it hard to attract the right people?Our Salary Guide gives you the information you need to review salary levels or prepare for salary conversations with your current employer or during your job search. It includes salary data across a range of roles, company size and industries, along with hiring trends and insights from our recruitment experts.Explore our latest researchSalaries by role and company sizeExplore average salaries for more than 300 roles by experience level, from recent graduates to experienced professionals. You can also see how salaries vary across start-ups and multinational companies.Job market trends by sectorExplore employment market trends across 13 sectors, including key data, the most in-demand roles in 2027, and the sectors and regions seeing the most hiring.Insights from our latest researchFlexibility, salary, and more, explore how employee expectations are changing. Looking to hire?Specialist recruitment servicesExplore specialist talent and expertise through permanent recruitment, interim management and consulting services. Contact us Executive searchAccess executive search, interim leadership, assessment and advisory services for senior leaders, boards and C-suite appointments. Contact us Enterprise SolutionsDiscover scalable hiring and workforce solutions, from permanent recruitment and contingent talent to total workforce strategies. Contact us FAQ: Your questions answered How do we calculate our salary benchmarks? This Salary Guide is based on the work we've done with our clients, conversations with candidates, and data collected and reviewed by our specialist consultants.We've focused on the roles our teams recruit for most often to give a clear picture of the market. Salaries, experience requirements and role responsibilities can vary depending on the size of an organisation, the sector, the region and wider economic conditions.This guide draws on:Assignments completed for clients between 1 January and 30 Septemeber 2026.Conversations with candidates and employers carried out by our 60+ specialist consultants.Data from our database, which is updated regularly by our teams.Sector research, market trends and salary data for the roles most commonly recruited for. How do I use the Salary Guide? Understanding the rolesBy ""role"", we mean the responsibilities and duties involved in a job. We've included the roles our teams recruit for most often, covering different levels of responsibility.Salary ranges, experience requirements and role responsibilities can vary depending on factors such as company size, industry trends and wider economic conditions.Understanding the salary dataOur salary data is organised by years of experience to help you understand typical salary ranges at different company size.Salaries are shown in thousands of Saudi Riyal (SAR) and reflect the average monthly salary in KSA, including basic, hosuing, transporation and other allowances, excluding bonuses and commissions. Why use our salary guide? A salary guide helps employers take a consistent approach to pay and gives employees a way to see how their salary compares for a particular role or sector. It takes factors such as experience, skills, industry and location into account.Our Salary Guide helps you understand current salary levels. Whether you're reviewing pay across your team or preparing for a salary conversation with a current or potential employer, it gives you the information you need to make informed decisions.Whether you're hiring or looking for a clearer view of salaries, you'll find data and insights to help you make informed decisions and keep up with the market. How can I negotiate my salary? Now that you've explored our Salary Guide, you'll have a clearer idea of your value in the job market. If you're planning to discuss your salary with your current employer or negotiate an offer during your job search, good timing and preparation can help.How do you approach a salary conversation with your manager? What salary expectations should you share during the hiring process? And how do you decide on a salary range?We've put together practical advice from our experts to help you prepare for your next salary conversation. Why are salary benchmarks important? A salary benchmark helps an HR expert structure and standardise pay within a company, and helps an employee assess their salary level for a given sector and job. It takes into account various factors such as experience, skills, industry, and geographic location.Our salary guide allows you to stay aligned with market trends. This can help you adjust your company’s salary scale according to market realities in 2027 or prepare for salary negotiations with your current employer or in your job search. Whether you’re in the recruitment process or seeking salary transparency, our experts provide a clear, detailed view to help you adjust your practices and stay competitive in your sector.
