Fastest-Growing Jobs in UAE and Saudi Arabia for 2025
Recent LinkedIn research reveals that a significant 75% of professionals in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are planning to seek new job opportunities this year.
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However, more than half of these individuals report that their job search has become more challenging over the past year.
Additionally, nearly half of HR professionals in these countries indicate that sourcing qualified talent is increasingly difficult, highlighting a shift in the job application landscape for 2025.
Despite the challenges, there is a sense of optimism among job seekers. Approximately 58% of professionals believe they can secure new roles in 2025, driven by expectations of an improving job market. Economic growth projections are robust, with the UAE’s non-oil sectors anticipated to grow by 4-5% and Saudi Arabia aiming for a 4.9% growth rate, largely fueled by diversification strategies.
Shifting Job Application Strategies
Many job seekers are applying to more positions in hopes of increasing their chances of landing a job. However, this approach may not be as effective, as 44% report applying to more jobs but receiving fewer responses. Furthermore, 48% feel it’s harder to get a reply from recruiters.
Hiring managers are also facing difficulties, with 29% of HR professionals spending 3-5 hours daily reviewing applications.
Alarmingly, 69% find that less than half of the applications meet job criteria. This situation has led many professionals to desire a more efficient way to assess job matches, as they often apply for positions without fully meeting the requirements.
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Top 15 Fastest-Growing Jobs
For those looking to transition into new roles, LinkedIn’s “Jobs on the Rise” report highlights the fastest-growing positions over the past three years. Notably, many roles in this year’s list are new entrants, with the following positions gaining prominence:
In the UAE:
- Media Buyer
- AI Engineer
- Real Estate Consultant
- Sustainability Manager
- Sales Development Representative
- Tax Manager
- Process Engineer
- Development Specialist
- Private Client Advisor
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Infrastructure Engineer
- Sales Officer
- Planning Engineer
- BIM Modeler
- Analytics Specialist
In Saudi Arabia:
- BIM Coordinator
- Media Buyer
- HR Operations Specialist
- Sustainability Manager
- Landscaper
- Health and Safety Manager
- Commissioning Manager
- Sterilization Technician
- SAP Consultant
- Quantity Surveyor
- Solution Specialist
- Piping Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Patient Care Technician
- Geotechnical Engineer
Tips for Job Seekers
To navigate the competitive job market, LinkedIn is introducing a new job match feature that highlights how candidates’ skills align with job openings.
Premium subscribers will receive tailored guidance using AI tools to enhance their resumes and cover letters.
Job seekers are encouraged to adopt an adaptable mindset and emphasize soft skills like communication and adaptability during the hiring process.
Utilizing AI to optimize LinkedIn profiles can help candidates stand out, as many recruiters increasingly use AI to filter applications.
By determining how their skills match job specifications, applicants can focus their efforts more effectively and apply for verified opportunities with confidence.
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