LinkedIn reveals its top companies lists in UAE & Saudi Arabia
Powered by exclusive LinkedIn data, LinkedIn Top Companies is an annual list that showcases the top workplaces for professionals to grow in their careers. It features companies that offer meaningful opportunities, empowering employees to build secure and lasting careers in a rapidly evolving work landscape.
Ahead of the lists, LinkedIn research had shown that regional professionals are eyeing up new roles, with the majority (76% in UAE, 73% in KSA) actively exploring new opportunities this year. And while professionals are looking to increase their salaries, they are also prioritising better work/life balance and enhanced career growth.
In this context, the Top Companies list provides a trusted guide to professionals at any stage of their career– from starting out through to career changers. It spotlights employers that reward employees through cultivating thriving workplaces and supporting career growth.
Key trends observed from this year's Top Companies list:
Consulting firms reign supreme in the region
Over one third of companies across the lists in both UAE and Saudi Arabia are either major consulting firms or focus on techconsulting, with Boston Consulting Group claiming the top spot in the UAE and EY coming in third in Saudi Arabia.
Local vs Global
Nine of the top 15 companies in Saudi Arabia are based in the Kingdom, from stc (1st) and Saudi Aramco (2nd) through to Riyad Bank (9th) and SRMG (13th).
In contrast multinational companies make up 11 of the top 15 companies in the UAE including McKinsey (3rd), Procter & Gamble (11th) and HSBC (15th).
Healthcare back on the map in Saudi Arabia
Making a comeback after a year's absence, the healthcare industry in Saudi Arabia is back on the map. King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center and Bupa have notably captured the 10th and 11th positions respectively, highlighting the sector's renewed presence in the rankings.
Nabila Rahhal, Editor at LinkedIn said ' 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. 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.'
Rahhal continued: 'With a majority of professionals in the region seeking new job opportunities this year, these lists will be especially valuable. By applying a comprehensive and data-driven approach, we ensure that professionals can confidently identify top employers that excel across a diverse set of criteria, helping them make the best next career choice.'
Top 15 Companies in the UAE:
Companies
Industry
Boston Consulting Group
Business Consulting and Services
Emirates
Airlines and Aviation
McKinsey & Company
Business Consulting and Services
Mubadala
Financial Services
Kearney
Business Consulting and Services
Mastercard
IT Services and IT Consulting
Alshaya Group
Retail
Visa
IT Services and IT Consulting
Majid Al Futtaim
Retail
TotalEnergies
Oil and Gas
Procter & Gamble
Manufacturing
Thales
IT Services and IT Consulting
Oracle
IT Services and IT Consulting
EY
IT Services and IT Consulting
HSBC
Financial Services
Top 15 Companies in Saudi Arabia:
Companies
Industry
stc
Telecommunications
aramco
Oil and Gas
EY
IT Services and IT Consulting
Ceer
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Elm Company
IT Services and IT Consulting
Procter & Gamble
Manufacturing
IBM
IT Services and IT Consulting
PwC
Professional Services
Riyad Bank
Banking
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center
Hospitals and Health Care
Bupa
Hospitals and Health Care
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Airlines and Aviation
SRMG
Media Production
Mobily
Telecommunications
Siemens
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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