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Profile Guide

Crafting a CV for the UAE: Navigating the Job Market with Confidence

In the ever-evolving job landscape of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), securing your dream job requires more than just a standard resume. E...

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09 Apr 2024

Does Your CV Have The Powerful Keywords ?

A recruiter spends not more than 6.25 seconds on a CV to shortlist a candidate for a job interview. Not to mention that the CV should be w...

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26 Apr 2023

7 Tips for Crafting the Perfect Farewell Letter to Colleagues and Boss

Saying goodbye to colleagues and bosses can be a mix of emotions. Whether you're moving on to new opportunities, bidding farewell to a val...

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01 Apr 2024

12 Best Skills To Put On Your Resume In 2023 (With Real Examples and FAQ)

Crafting an effective, up-to-date resume is crucial for job seekers to stand out and advance their careers in an increasingly competitive ...

Read more9,460 Views

01 Dec 2023

10 tips to write an impactful cover letter!

In the competitive world of job hunting, your cover letter serves as your first impression. It can make you stand out from the crowd and c...

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18 Aug 2023

How to Write a Resume for a Fresh College Graduate?

Passing out of college successfully is a great milestone in everybody’s life. It signifies that you are ready to begin your professional l...

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15 Apr 2019

How to create a perfect resume format?

A resume is your ultimate ticket to land a job interview. Any limitations in your resume can drop your chances of grabbing the recruiters’...

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30 Mar 2020

6 CV writing tips to help you land your dream job

If finding a new job tops your to-do list every day, you need to a strategy to ace your job search. Apparently, a lot of people plan to sw...

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22 Sep 2022

How to Write a Promotion Letter? [Sample Included]

Motivating one’s employees is one of the sure-shot ways to keep them giving their best and associated with the company for long. While sen...

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30 Apr 2019

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Job Search and Interview Tips

post view — Managing interview anxiety professionally
Interview anxiety is more common than most professionals admit. Even well-prepared candidates can feel nervous when stakes are high. The k...
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11 Feb 2026

post view — How to highlight skills when you lack work experience
Not having formal work experience can feel like a disadvantage when applying for roles. Many jobseekers worry that without a long employme...
Read more625 Views
27 Jan 2026

post view — How to answer “Why should we hire you?”
This question often feels intimidating because it puts you on the spot. Many candidates either repeat their CV, give generic answers, or t...
Read more597 Views
02 Feb 2026

post view — The right way to reschedule a job interview (7 Situation based email templates)
When you're actively searching for a job, especially in today's competitive market, rescheduling an interview should be the absolute last ...
Read more577,709 Views
22 Nov 2018

post view — 30 Accounting Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers
Starting a career in accounting can be both thrilling and daunting, especially for fresh graduates stepping into the field. To help ease t...
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30 Jul 2025

post view — How to Answer "Why Do You Want to Join Our Company?"
This question is a cornerstone of any job interview. It reveals your genuine interest in the company and how well you've researched the ro...
Read more11,136 Views
21 Aug 2024

post view — "Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?" 20 Sample Answers
"Why did you leave your last job?" is a staple in almost every job interview. It's a question that gives interviewers valuable insights in...
Read more9,165 Views
16 Aug 2024

post view — Boost Your Job Prospects: Master the Art of Answering "Why Hire You?"
In the competitive UAE job market, your response to "Why should we hire you?" can make or break your chances of landing the job. This ques...
Read more2,406 Views
14 Aug 2024

post view — 20 Oil and Gas Interview Questions
Are you interviewing for the oil & gas job profile? If you are wondering what type of questions you are likely to face in the intervie...
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26 Jul 2024

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Recent Posts

post view — Managing interview anxiety professionally
Interview anxiety is more common than most professionals admit. Even well-prepared candidates can feel nervous when stakes are high. The k...
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11 Feb 2026

post view — How to assess your job readiness before applying
Many professionals begin applying for roles the moment they feel the urge for a change. While motivation is important, readiness matters m...
Read more3,945 Views
09 Jan 2026

post view — Shape your long-term career vision with 3 simple questions
Careers today are shaped less by rigid ladders and more by evolving opportunities. In the GCC, industries are expanding, roles are transfo...
Read more1,637 Views
12 Jan 2026

post view — How to highlight skills when you lack work experience
Not having formal work experience can feel like a disadvantage when applying for roles. Many jobseekers worry that without a long employme...
Read more625 Views
27 Jan 2026

post view — Career planning mistakes to avoid early on
Early career decisions often happen quickly—sometimes driven by urgency, sometimes by opportunity. While there is no perfect roadmap, cert...
Read more4,955 Views
08 Jan 2026

post view — Personal branding basics for professionals
Personal branding is often misunderstood as self-promotion or online visibility alone. In reality, personal branding is much simpler — and...
Read more589 Views
27 Jan 2026

post view — Saudi Arabia public holidays 2026: Complete list
Saudi Arabia observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the Kingdom’s cultural heritage and Islamic tr...
Read more6,810 Views
10 Nov 2023

post view — Oman public holidays 2026: Complete list
Oman observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the Sultanate’s cultural heritage and Islamic traditio...
Read more4,814 Views
15 Jan 2024

post view — Qatar public holidays 2026: Complete list
Qatar observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the country’s cultural traditions and Islamic heritag...
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15 Jan 2024

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Employer's Guide

post view — Why GCC recruiters struggle to build talent pipelines
In many GCC companies, hiring doesn’t feel like a process—it feels like an emergency response system. A resignation drops, a project launc...
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27 Jan 2026

post view — Why candidates ghost even after an offer — How GCC employers can respond?
In the recruitment cycle, there’s nothing more confusing than this moment:the offer letter is out, the excitement is high… and suddenly th...
Read more1,358 Views
09 Jan 2026

post view — Why strong employer branding is non negotiable for recruiters
Recruiters across the GCC often say this: “We’re offering a solid role, good pay, and stable growth — why aren’t good candidates applying?...
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30 Dec 2025

post view — From on-site to hybrid: The shift employers must adapt to in the GCC
A recent Naukrigulf poll shows how nuanced the region’s view on flexibility really is: 46% prefer fully on-site roles, 23% want structured...
Read more5,391 Views
26 Dec 2025

post view — Why Saudization & Emiratization make niche hiring so challenging
Recruiters are working through their monthly or quarterly hiring targets when a new message arrives: “Can we close this with a national ca...
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17 Dec 2025

post view — How recruiters can avoid ghosting and protect employer brand
In a market as hyper-connected as the UAE, where candidates share experiences instantly on their social media handles, silence is active b...
Read more788 Views
26 Nov 2025

post view — Ignoring AI in recruitment? What GCC companies risk losing!
80% of recruitment executives in the Gulf region believe that today's jobs are likely to be affected by AI¹. But behind this overwhelming ...
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13 Aug 2025

post view — UAE hiring guide: Essential rules every recruiter must know in 2025
One costly mistake could derail your entire recruitment process—are you sure you're doing everything legally?Imagine that you've found the...
Read more4,190 Views
01 Aug 2025

post view — 5 Rules for faster hiring in the gulf (That most recruiters ignore)
Hiring in the Gulf can feel like you’re on a treadmill that keeps speeding up. Roles are piling up,timelines are shrinking, and yet, quali...
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04 Jun 2025

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Most Viewed Posts

post view — The right way to reschedule a job interview (7 Situation based email templates)
When you're actively searching for a job, especially in today's competitive market, rescheduling an interview should be the absolute last ...
Read more577,709 Views
22 Nov 2018

post view — How to Write a Request Letter for Experience Certificate?
The experience certificate is an integral part of the employment and is the right of every employee. It is mandatory for the employers to ...
Read more560,947 Views
01 Feb 2019

post view — How to Write a Job Application Email?
A job application letter, often synonymous with cover letter, is a letter or an email for sending the CV stating your interest in a job op...
Read more557,516 Views
10 Sep 2019

post view — How to Accept a Job Offer over an Email?
‘Congratulations, you have been selected!’ Seeing an email like this in one’s inbox brings immense joy. For those who have been looking fo...
Read more458,605 Views
08 Aug 2019

post view — How to Write an Apology Letter to Reschedule an Interview?
You applied for a position and got shortlisted for the interview. You are all set to appear for the interview at the given date, however, ...
Read more323,474 Views
02 Feb 2018

post view — How to Respond to a Job Offer Letter?
You got a job offer but the opportunity does not look as appealing as it initially did. Or, there are certain things you need to think ove...
Read more308,369 Views
03 Dec 2018

post view — List of Top 10 Civil Engineering & Construction Companies in the UAE
The UAE construction industry is one of the most promising sectors and a number of surveys and researches by prominent institutions have v...
Read more246,280 Views
21 Feb 2019

post view — How to write Interview Cancellation Email?
Canceling an interview is something that no one wishes to do, yet there are times it is impossible to avoid due to certain unavoidable cir...
Read more240,361 Views
07 Dec 2018

post view — How to Write a Resume for a Fresh College Graduate?
Passing out of college successfully is a great milestone in everybody’s life. It signifies that you are ready to begin your professional l...
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15 Apr 2019

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Expert Speak

post view — Gulf Job Market Trends in 2023
Naukrigulf.com, the Gulf's fastest-growing job site, today unveiled its comprehensive report on the top employer searches conducted on its...
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02 Jan 2024

post view — “Treat people like human beings and not like machines” - Tarek Jalal – Human Resource Manager
In this interview with Naukrigulf.com, Tarek Jalal, HR Head of a construction company based in Saudi Arabia, talks about company culture, ...
Read more3,718 Views
28 Dec 2015

post view — "The people side of any business is the most important element leading to the success of any organization”- Nasser Bamookreh, AGM – HR, Forsan Foods & Consumer Products
In this interview with Naukrigulf.com, Nasser Bamookreh, AGM – HR, Forsan Foods & Consumer Products, talks about company culture and ...
Read more4,583 Views
30 Dec 2015

post view — “There will be more companies wanting to adapt to the Omanization levels”- Dr. Salim Al Flaiti-Director- HR, Oman Convention & Exhibition Center
In this interview with Naukrigulf.com, Dr. Salim Al Flaiti-Director- HR, Oman Convention & Exhibition Center, talks about compa...
Read more5,902 Views
06 Jan 2016

post view — “The most important rule for me is to be honest with employees.”- Mohamed Youssef, HR Manager
Here is an extract of our interview with Mr. Mohamed Youssef, who is the Human Resources Manager for a leading Company in the Food & B...
Read more6,361 Views
07 Jan 2016

post view — “Use social media wisely to position yourself better.”- Seema Hallon, Associate Vice President-HR & Business Excellence- Eros Group
In this interview with Naukrigulf.com, Seema Hallon, AVP-HR & Business Excellence – Eros Group, talks about company culture, employmen...
Read more9,410 Views
27 Jan 2016

post view — “Ambition is The Most Important Thing for Jobseekers “- Mahmoud Mahmoud, Talent Acquisition Manager- Khusheim Holding
Please tell us a little about your professional and academic background. I am a Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Manager for Kh...
Read more8,000 Views
04 Feb 2016

post view — “Team-work is a very strong component “- David Myerscough-HR Director (MENA) - Cape
In this interview with Naukrigulf.com, David Myerscough, HR Director (MENA) at Cape Regional Services DMCC, a company based in the Oil &am...
Read more7,950 Views
07 Mar 2016

post view — “Building the Right Foundations is Critical to any Business” - Pauline Charlotte Armstrong- Head of Human Resource - Masafi
In this interview with Naukrigulf.com, Pauline Charlotte Armstrong, HR Head at Masafi Co LLC, an FMCG company based in UAE, talks about co...
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03 May 2016

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Career Advice

post view — Career planning mistakes to avoid early on
Early career decisions often happen quickly—sometimes driven by urgency, sometimes by opportunity. While there is no perfect roadmap, cert...
Read more4,955 Views
08 Jan 2026

post view — 5 smart ways to answer "what's your expected salary?"
You're on a call with a recruiter in the gulf. It's going well. Then, they ask: "so, what are your salary expectations?"This is a tricky q...
Read more3,956 Views
21 Nov 2025

post view — How to present career gaps positively
Career gaps are more common than most people admit. They can happen due to learning breaks, personal priorities, health, family responsibi...
Read more4,866 Views
27 Dec 2025

post view — Turning academic projects into CV-ready experience
For many jobseekers at the start of their careers, academic projects are often underestimated. They’re seen as learning exercises rather t...
Read more5,574 Views
26 Dec 2025

post view — Choosing between stability and growth in your early career
Early career decisions often feel heavier than they need to be. One role promises stability, predictability, and comfort. Another offers f...
Read more577 Views
22 Dec 2025

post view — When is the right time to switch jobs? A practical guide
Thinking about switching jobs often begins quietly. A sense of stagnation, curiosity about new opportunities, or the feeling that you’ve o...
Read more3,588 Views
17 Dec 2025

post view — UAE's Space Sector: Reaching for the Stars
Did you dream of being an astronaut?The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been making significant strides in its space program, positioning i...
Read more5,024 Views
14 Oct 2024

post view — The Animation Sector in the GCC Countries: Growth, Opportunities, and Entry Pathways
In recent years, the animation sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries has witnessed a remarkable transformation, emerging ...
Read more6,569 Views
06 Aug 2024

post view — The Ultimate Guide to Writing Annual Leave Letters in the UAE
Table of Contents Introduction How to Write an Annual Leave Letter Sample Annual Leave Letter Examples Leave in Lieu Sample Letters F...
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29 Jul 2024

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Working in the Gulf

post view — How to assess your job readiness before applying
Many professionals begin applying for roles the moment they feel the urge for a change. While motivation is important, readiness matters m...
Read more3,945 Views
09 Jan 2026

post view — Shape your long-term career vision with 3 simple questions
Careers today are shaped less by rigid ladders and more by evolving opportunities. In the GCC, industries are expanding, roles are transfo...
Read more1,637 Views
12 Jan 2026

post view — Personal branding basics for professionals
Personal branding is often misunderstood as self-promotion or online visibility alone. In reality, personal branding is much simpler — and...
Read more589 Views
27 Jan 2026

post view — What to do if an offer doesn’t meet expectations
Receiving a job offer is often expected to feel like a moment of certainty. But in reality, many professionals experience mixed emotions —...
Read more169 Views
03 Feb 2026

post view — The importance of following up after applications
After submitting a job application, many professionals are unsure what to do next. Some worry that following up might seem pushy. Others a...
Read more156 Views
02 Feb 2026

post view — First 30 seconds can make or break your job call
Recruiters in the Gulf often decide in less than half a minute whether you are worth their time.With hundreds of candidates to call every ...
Read more6,475 Views
30 Dec 2025

post view — EV growth in the UAE: Shift creating jobs across multiple sectors
In May 2023, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launched the 'Global EV Market' project to turn the UAE into a global market for el...
Read more5,158 Views
21 Nov 2025

post view — Qatar's 2,000 MW Dukhan solar plant: Building the renewable energy workforce
Qatar is building one of the world's largest solar power plants. QatarEnergy signed an agreement with Samsung C&T for the construction...
Read more6,228 Views
24 Oct 2025

post view — Microsoft partnership to create 152,000 jobs, train 1 million in AI
Microsoft's latest partnership with the UAE government is a workforce transformation that will train 1 million people in AI by 2027. With ...
Read more4,823 Views
31 Oct 2025

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Holiday Calendar 2025

post view — Saudi Arabia public holidays 2026: Complete list
Saudi Arabia observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the Kingdom’s cultural heritage and Islamic tr...
Read more6,810 Views
10 Nov 2023

post view — Oman public holidays 2026: Complete list
Oman observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the Sultanate’s cultural heritage and Islamic traditio...
Read more4,814 Views
15 Jan 2024

post view — Qatar public holidays 2026: Complete list
Qatar observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the country’s cultural traditions and Islamic heritag...
Read more5,238 Views
15 Jan 2024

post view — Bahrain public holidays 2026: Complete list
Bahrain observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the Kingdom’s cultural heritage and Islamic traditi...
Read more4,362 Views
07 Feb 2024

post view — UAE public holidays 2026: Complete list
The United Arab Emirates observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the country’s cultural heritage an...
Read more7,630 Views
07 Nov 2023

post view — Kuwait public holidays 2026: Complete List
Kuwait observes a mix of national and religious public holidays each year, reflecting the country’s cultural identity and Islamic traditio...
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04 Feb 2026

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