United Arab Emirates Employment Law Handbook: Now Available

Jo Edgley Dominic Wrench
Jo Edgley, Dominic Wrench
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  • September 18, 2023

We are pleased to announce the launch of our United Arab Emirates (UAE) employment law handbook.

Now more than ever, it’s vital to understand the current legal and regulatory landscape to help you navigate local employment law and HR issues. In the handbook, we:

  • Explore key employment laws across the United Arab Emirates.
  • Provide practical insights for navigating the region’s diverse employment landscape.
  • Enable you to operate more efficiently by saving you time researching laws and guiding you to make informed decisions to benefit your business.

Our country-specific employment handbooks, covering key business jurisdictions across Europe and APAC are also available to download here.

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To download the handbook, please complete the form below.

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