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The UAE is poised to witness a massive influx of white-collar talent from the US, UK, Europe, and other parts of the world as global companies push for staff relocation plans amidst mass layoffs.

The Anticipated Surge in White-Collar Talent

Industry experts predict that at least 15,000 to 20,000 white-collar talents will move to the UAE over the next three years, either through migration or relocation, across levels and roles. This influx of talent is expected to catapult Abu Dhabi as a major commercial hub, as many corporate majors set up or relocate their backend operations to the UAE due to the country’s fast rise as a regional hub for many services and a global hub in a few segments.

Silicon Valley’s Loss is Dubai’s Gain

The anticipated surge in white-collar talent to the UAE is expected to boost Abu Dhabi as a major commercial hub. Senior executives at various hiring firms have confirmed the move, with many companies looking to set up or relocate their backend operations to the UAE as part of their cost reduction initiatives.

Tech and Financial Sectors to See Large-Scale Migration

Industry experts predict that the technology and financial sectors will see maximum inflow of white-collar talent, as Dubai has already emerged as a hub for many bespoke tech solutions, services, and products in the wider Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Backend Operations Moving to UAE Hubs

Several international companies, especially in the tech, financial, and marketing sectors, are looking to set up or relocate their backend operations to the UAE as part of their ongoing cost reduction initiatives. The move follows corporate biggies anticipating cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi as the next global growth centers.