Labour Market Observatory

Designed to provide periodic data and information on various competitiveness indicators of the UAE labour market, outputs of the policies set to regulate it, and information about innovative services, programmes, and initiatives, along with other subjects relevant to the labour market.

2024 Marks Significant Economic and Workforce Expansion in the UAE

10.9 %

Growth of Workforce in 2024

And The Workforce Has Increased During 2025 (By Q3) With A Growth Rate of 8.9%

Review Date: 11 November 2025

14.9 %

Growth of Companies in 2024

And the Number of Companies Has Increased in 2025 (By Q3) With A Growth Rate of 6.6%

Review Date: 11 November 2025

98.8 %

Workers safeguarded

The Workers Protection Program provides insurance on workers’ entitlements during 2024, which include unpaid wages among others. Almost all workers working in the private sector are covered under this social umbrella

Review Date: 20 November 2025

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UAE’s Global Competitiveness Rankings

Explore UAE’s labour market achievements in global rankings across key workforce indicators.

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8th Place

1st Place in the following global competitiveness indices:

Industrial Disputes

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Redundancy Costs

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Labour Force Growth

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

International Experience

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Labour Market (Main Indicator)

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Working Hours

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Employment (%)

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Employment Growth

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Competent Senior Managers

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Absence of Bureaucracy

World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD

Talent Attractiveness Index

Global Prosperity Index 2023 - Legatum Institute

Redundancy Costs

Global Prosperity Index 2023 - Legatum Institute

Migrant stock

INSEAD Global Talent Competitiveness Index 2023

The Leading Arabic Country on the World Competitiveness Indicator in 2024

Institute for Management Development - IMD (September 2024)

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Holistic View on the UAE Labour Market

A Holistic View on the UAE Labour Market

Discover statistical data that highlights the relationship between labour market trends and overall economic growth.

Social Protection and Well-Being Assurance

Social Protection and Well-Being Assurance

Explore statistical data on communication channels designed to improve interactions between employers, workers, and labour

Cutting-Edge Labour Market Solutions

Cutting-Edge Labour Market Solutions

Leverage innovation, data, and technology to bridge workforce gaps and drive sustainable employment opportunities. They empower businesses and workers with smarter tools for recruitment, training, and workforce development.

Progressive Workforce Interaction Channels

Progressive Workforce Interaction Channels

View information on policies and regulations that ensure the protection of workers’ rights and adherence to labour laws.

Holistic View on the UAE Labour Market

View general statistical information on the UAE Labour Market

Labour Market Growth Overview

Establishment Overview

Top Sectors - By Concentration of Skilled Workers

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About UAE Labour Market Observatory

The UAE Labour Market Observatory is dedicated to providing accurate, up-to-date data and analysis on employment trends, workforce dynamics, and labour policies.

Comprehensive Data

Innovative Programs

Stakeholder Engagement

User-Friendly Interface

Continuous Updates

Support for Strategic Goals

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