The employment market in the Middle East is coming under increased strain, research says. Career progression was a recurring issue for professionals working in the region, as was a feeling they needed to deliver more for less. Job security is a major concern, with one respondent claiming that “permanent, full time employment is a dream for many professionals”. Though, The Middle East has always been attractive for investors and job seekers alike because of the fast-paced growth in the region. The recruiting market is highly competitive in sectors such as the fashion and tourism industry due to the influx of great demand here.
Recruiting Issues in the Middle East
Scarcity Of Available Talent:
Many jobs in the Middle East are created each year as a result of flourishing economies that continue to drive innovation forward. With banking as a major industry along with oil and gas, the number of available qualified and experienced job-seekers to fill the vacancies is lacking. Middle East employers prefer hiring locals due to the fact that expatriate employees are for short-term employment rather than long-term.
Slow Recruitment Process
Another pain point in HR within the Middle East is the time it takes between receiving the application for a job posting and hiring someone for the job. For example, in the UK, a normal recruitment process would approximately take around 6 weeks, in comparison to 2 – 3 months in the Middle East.
Poor Employee Retention
Recruiting is one problem, but retaining talent within the company is a bigger issue in the Middle East at times. As the majority of employees are expatriates, they view their job within the region as more temporary rather than long-term given the circumstances regarding visas. This makes it challenging for companies to find ways in which to retain those extremely qualified employees who anticipate a short-lived contract.
Recruitment Issue Poll From Middle East Employers
- 8% of employers in the Middle East look for ‘hunger, drive and ambition’ as the most significant factors while making a hiring decision, followed by salary considerations (22.7%) as a close second.
- 2% employers don’t mind to recruit a candidate who has the relevant skills but no direct experience in the company’s field.
- The biggest mistake that job-seekers make, according to 21.3% MENA employers, is having poor language on a CV.
- 20% of MENA employers consider poor preparation, prior to interviews, to be the biggest turn-off in potential employees.
Morpheus Human Consulting Recruitment Consultancy In Middle-East
Morpheus Human Consulting is the best recruitment consultancy in India and has its office in Middle East also. Over the past 8 years and counting we have successfully delivered best candidates to the clients. We have worked in diverse sectors like advertising, architecture, automobile, banking, broking, engineering, financial, IT, Logistics, Marketing, Real Estate and many more. Employers should opt for Morpheus Consulting Recruitment Agency because of our best candidate delivery within tight deadlines. Our Recruitment Consultants handles the job profiles as per their expertise in the particular industry and the candidates shortlisted by them are appropriate for their respective job profiles. With 15+ years of experience in HR services we have deep understanding of the recruitment market. We have been accredited by CII, SHRM, NSIC, Brickwork Rating, ERA and many others. Kailash Shahani, Director Of Morpheus Human Consulting has also presented his views on national as well as International News Channel like BBC and newsasia. Our aim is to look from inception to completion of Recruitment Process. Morpheus uptil now has empaneled 1000+ clients across different sectors. Morpheus Human Consulting also maintains quality contact with the current as well as previous clients. Candidates placed by us always remain in touch with us for the next career move.