Hire & Manage Talent in the UAE
Expanding into the UAE? With Dimondra, you can compliantly hire, manage, and pay your workforce without setting up a local entity. We handle contracts, payroll, and compliance, so you can focus on scaling your business across the Emirates and beyond.
United Arab Emirates at a Glance
Currency
UAE Dirham (AED)
Capital
Abu Dhabi
Official Language
Arabic
Time Zone
GMT +4
Working Hours
Max 48 hours/week (reduced to 36 hours during Ramadan for Muslim employees)
Public Holidays
Around 13–15 days (based on the Islamic calendar, varies each year)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Minimum Monthly Salary
No official minimum (benchmarks vary by skill level and nationality)
Date Format
dd/mm/yyyy
Everything You Need to Know to Hire Compliantly in UAE
Recent Developments in the United Arab Emirates
Staying compliant in a fast-evolving regulatory environment is essential for successful hiring. At Dimondra, we actively track changes in UAE labor laws so you can focus on your business. Here are some of the key employment updates shaping 2025:
Employer of Record in the United Arab Emirates
Building your team in the UAE doesn't have to involve setting up a local entity. That route can be costly, complex, and slow your business down.
With Dimondra as your Employer of Record (EoR), you can quickly and compliantly hire talent in the UAE, without the need for a local company. We handle contracts, payroll, and compliance, so you can focus on scaling with confidence.
Want to hire in the UAE without setting up a legal entity?
Employment Contracts in the United Arab Emirates
To hire in the UAE, your employment contracts must meet specific legal standards — from contract duration to working hour limits and remote work terms. Ensuring full compliance protects both your business and your employees.
At Dimondra, we help you structure clear, compliant contracts that align with local laws and best practices, covering:
- Defining roles, responsibilities, and contract terms
- Managing fixed-term contracts and renewals
- Complying with remote work regulations
- Outlining working hours, rest days, and overtime rules
Payroll & Benefits in the United Arab Emirates
Compensating employees in the UAE requires more than just legal compliance — it demands an understanding of both local laws and workplace expectations. From payroll timelines and end-of-service benefits to health coverage and bonus norms, knowing what's expected can make all the difference in attracting and retaining top talent.
At Dimondra, we help you manage payroll accurately and deliver competitive benefits that meet both legal obligations and employee expectations.
Leave and Time Off in the United Arab Emirates
Providing the right time off is essential to meeting legal requirements and supporting employee wellbeing. In the UAE, employers must offer statutory annual leave, maternity and parental leave, and observe public holidays, all in line with labor law.
Dimondra ensures you understand and apply these entitlements correctly, so your business stays compliant and your team stays supported.
Employee Protections in the United Arab Emirates
Employers in the UAE are expected to uphold a growing set of legal protections for their workforce. Understanding these rules isn't optional — it's essential to staying compliant and building a responsible, inclusive workplace.
At Dimondra, we help you stay aligned with local employment laws, including:
- Safeguards for whistleblowers
- Employee data protection regulations
- Fair treatment for agency and temporary workers
- Anti-discrimination standards in hiring and at work
- Pay equity and fair compensation practices
End of Employment in the United Arab Emirates
Ending an employment relationship in the UAE requires careful attention to local laws and procedures. From notice periods to final payments, getting it wrong can expose your business to legal and financial risks.
At Dimondra, we help you manage offboarding the right way — fairly, compliantly, and with minimal disruption.
Here's what we help you navigate:
- Termination procedures and valid grounds
- Required notice periods and final settlements
- Non-compete clauses and post-exit restrictions
- Legal steps in business transfers and restructuring
Let’s Work Together to Simplify the Complex World of Work
Hiring and managing talent globally shouldn’t slow you down. With Dimondra’s Employer of Record (EoR) solution, you can easily source, engage, manage, and pay workers anywhere, without setting up local entities or worrying about compliance.