The Emirates Group has officially launched a large-scale global recruitment campaign to hire over 17,000 professionals during the current financial year.
The move comes as part of its ambitious growth strategy and aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to further strengthen Dubai’s position as a global economic hub.
Spanning 350 diverse roles, the recruitment drive covers opportunities across both Emirates Airline and dnata, a major international air and travel services provider. Vacancies range across key sectors including cabin crew, pilots, engineers, sales, ground handling, catering, IT, HR, and finance. dnata alone is set to hire more than 4,000 specialists in cargo, catering, and ground operations.
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, stated:
“The Emirates Group’s people strategy is anchored in Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33 and our own projected growth and expansion. We’re seeking world-class talent to fuel our bold ambition, redefine the future of aviation, and continue our commitment and culture of innovation and excellence.”
To support this massive talent drive, the Emirates Group will conduct over 2,100 recruitment events across 150 cities worldwide, targeting skilled professionals in aviation, technology, and customer services. Additionally, Dubai-based events will be organised to engage and recruit Emirati students and graduates, helping to build a strong pipeline of national talent.
The Group has already made significant hiring strides in recent years. Since 2022, over 41,000 new employees have joined its ranks—including 27,000 in operational roles—bringing the total workforce to more than 121,000 globally.
With a global reputation for excellence and innovation, Emirates remains one of the most sought-after employers in the UAE and beyond. In the last financial year alone, the company received more than 3.7 million job applications, a testament to its attractive tax-free salaries, employee benefits, and strong training and development programmes.
Dubai’s global appeal—driven by safety, economic opportunities, and a future-focused environment—continues to attract top talent, making the emirate a preferred destination for professionals across industries.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
