Emirates, Mubadala Among Best UAE Workplaces, While stc, Aramco Tops In Saudi Arabia: LinkedIn
The UAE top 15 workplaces has majority representation by foreign companies, leading with the likes of Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey, Mastercard, Procter & Gamble, TotalEnergies and HSMC, among other.
In Saudi Arabia, the telecom operator stc and energy powerhouse Aramco figure as the top places to pursue careers.
According to LinkedIn: Nine of the top 15 companies in Saudi Arabia are based in the Kingdom, from stc (first) and Saudi Aramco (second) through to Riyad Bank (ninth) and SRMG (13th).
Multinational companies make up 11 of the top 15 companies in the UAE, including McKinsey (3rd), Procter & Gamble (11th) and HSBC (15th).
'What stands out in this year's Top Companies lists is a shift in industry trends,' said Nabila Rahhal, Editor, LinkedIn News.
'In the UAE, for example, we're seeing consulting firms dominating the landscape, with Boston Consulting Group claiming top spot after ranking 6th last year.
'This represents a continued strengthening of the consulting sector's influence in the country's professional ecosystem.'
Healthcare companies in Saudi Arabia are once again represented in the rankings after a year.
So, you have the King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre and Bupa taking the 10th and 11th spots.
'This year's list underscores the diverse business landscape in the region, with 14 different industries showing up on the top companies lists in the UAE and Saudi Arabia,' said Rahhal.
'From technology and finance to retail and energy, the rankings highlight the breadth of opportunities available and the region's continued evolution as a thriving hub for innovation, investment, and talent development.'
To be eligible, companies must have had 5,000 or more global employees with at least 500 within the country as of December 31, 2024.
LinkedIn tracks 'eight pillars' to decide where the companies rank in the final listings. This includes a professional's ability to advance within the organisation, skills growth opportunities, and the kind of stability the employer can provide.
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