Recruitment Officer
A Recruitment Officer is responsible for key functions within their domain of expertise. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Qatar, Saudi with 6 recent postings.
A Recruitment Officer in the GCC region requires Excel, communication, ERP, english, negotiation. A Recruitment Officer is responsible for key functions within their domain of expertise. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 13,000 AED | 22,000 AED | 34,000 AED | 47,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 12,000 SAR | 21,000 SAR | 32,500 SAR | 45,000 SAR |
| Qatar | 13,500 QAR | 23,000 QAR | 35,500 QAR | 49,500 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,050 KWD | 1,800 KWD | 2,800 KWD | 3,850 KWD |
| Oman | 1,150 OMR | 2,000 OMR | 3,100 OMR | 4,300 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,100 BHD | 1,900 BHD | 2,950 BHD | 4,100 BHD |
How Recruitment Officer pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Required skills
Top hiring companies
- Nakilat
- Qureos Inc
- Dutco Group
- Qureos
- SPIE
Active markets
- qatar
- saudi
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end recruitment process, from drafting job advertisements to sourcing, screening, interviewing, and on
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boarding candidates. * Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand the specific
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Build a strong network of resources on LinkedIn and other platforms to ensure a continuous supply of candidates when needed
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Create a Database of resumes
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ordinate manpower planning in line with company expansion
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Send purchase requests for Uniforms and accommodation items required for new joiners
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Arrange with travel agencies for joining tickets, arrange for Airport pickup with our Drivers, and allocate the staff in the accommodation tracker
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Submit documents of new joiners to L&D, Payroll, and Admin.
What is the average Recruitment Officer salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Recruitment Officer in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Recruitment Officer salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Recruitment Officer salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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