Dubai targets 400 more Emirati real estate job openings
Dubai Land Department says it is targeting over 400 more real estate jobs for Emiratis, with on-the-spot interviews and more than 80 companies taking part.
By Vadim Kouznetsov, published
Dubai real estate jobs for Emiratis are set to expand again, with Dubai Land Department, DLD, targeting more than 400 new openings in the sector. For UAE nationals looking for work, that means another hiring push with on-the-spot interviews and direct access to employers.
According to Khaleej Times, the hiring drive came through the fourth edition of the "Real Estate Day for Emirati Employment". DLD said the new target would add to the 2,100 employment opportunities it has already deployed over the past 3 years.
Dubai real estate jobs for Emiratis: what was announced
DLD said over 400 employment opportunities are being targeted for Emiratis across the real estate sector.
The event was held on Thursday at Address Sky View hotel. It gave university students and jobseekers a chance to meet companies, ask about role requirements, and understand longer-term career paths in property.
A useful part for candidates was the chance to do on-the-spot interviews. That can shorten the wait between applying and speaking to an employer, which matters if you are actively job hunting.
Majid Saqr Al Marri, CEO of the Real Estate Registration Sector at Dubai Land Department, told Khaleej Times that DLD is bringing together academic and business partners to support Emiratis with job opportunities in the sector.
How many Dubai real estate jobs DLD has backed so far
DLD said its initiatives helped create more than 2,100 employment opportunities for Emiratis between 2023 and 2026.
That work was carried out with support from:
- the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
- the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, Nafis
- the Emirati Human Resources Development Council in Dubai
This matters for Emirati jobseekers because it shows the programme is not a one-off event. It has run across multiple years, and this was already its fourth edition.
For non-Emirati residents, the announcement is still worth watching as a hiring signal. A sector that is adding projects and employers often creates wider demand across support functions too, even though this specific event was aimed at UAE nationals.
If you are comparing sectors before a career move, it may also help to look at broader career planning pieces such as Stop Chasing Every Skill Trend: How UAE Professionals Should Pick Courses and Is an MBA Still Worth It in 2026? What Dubai Business Schools Say.
Why Dubai real estate hiring is getting attention
The hiring push comes as Dubai's property market continues to grow.
According to the source, during the first half of 2026, Dubai's real estate sector recorded a 52 per cent jump in property value from a year earlier, reaching AED 111 billion in total value. Al Marri said this would support the sector and the number of developers and real estate companies in Dubai.
The emirate also completed 104 property projects in 2026, which was a 38.7 per cent rise on 2025.
Separate figures reported earlier by the Dubai Media Office showed the sector grew 3.1 per cent year on year in the first quarter of 2026, generating around AED 26 billion in gross value-added. In that same quarter, real estate accounted for 11.2 per cent of Dubai's GDP, while overall GDP rose 2.4 per cent.
For jobseekers, that does not guarantee an offer. But it does show why companies may be hiring, especially as more projects and activity usually mean more staffing needs. You can also track related market movement in Dubai off-plan prices hold firm as only 6% of projects cut prices since February.
What Emirati jobseekers can do next on Dubai real estate jobs
The clearest takeaway from this event is that direct employer contact still matters.
If you are an Emirati graduate or jobseeker interested in property, the event format points to 3 practical actions:
- watch for future DLD employment events in the real estate sector
- be ready to discuss role requirements directly with employers
- ask about long-term career development, not just the first job opening
For broader vacancies across the UAE market, you can also keep an eye on JobXDubai Jobs.
Key takeaway
Dubai Land Department says it is targeting more than 400 new real estate jobs for Emiratis, adding to over 2,100 opportunities created through its initiatives since 2023. With more than 80 companies involved and interviews happening on the spot, the message for UAE nationals is simple: property remains one of Dubai's active hiring sectors in 2026.
FAQ
Who are these Dubai real estate jobs for?
These openings are for Emiratis, according to Dubai Land Department and Khaleej Times. The event was set up to expand employment opportunities in the real estate sector for UAE nationals.
How many job openings did DLD announce?
DLD said it is targeting over 400 employment opportunities in this edition of the programme. That figure is in addition to the 2,100 opportunities it said were deployed over 3 years.
How many companies took part in the hiring event?
More than 80 companies from across the real estate sector participated. They joined in the hope of recruiting potential employees.
Were there interviews at the event?
Yes. The source says candidates had opportunities to conduct on-the-spot interviews, which can help speed up first contact with employers.
Why is the real estate sector hiring more people?
The announcement comes during a period of growth in Dubai property. The source says property value in the first half of 2026 rose 52 per cent year on year to AED 111 billion, and 104 property projects were completed in 2026.
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