Emirates Group launches global hiring campaign to add 17,300 people across 350 roles with 2,100 recruitment events in 150 cities

(IN SHORT) The Emirates Group has begun a global recruitment push to hire 17,300 people across 350 roles in FY 2025, reinforcing rapid growth at Emirates and dnata. Roles span cabin crew, pilots, engineers, commercial and sales teams, customer service, ground handling, catering, IT, HR and finance, with dnata alone adding over 4,000 cargo, catering and ground specialists. HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum emphasized that the hiring strategy aligns with Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33 and the Group’s bold expansion plans. More than 2,100 open days and hiring events in 150 cities—including Dubai-focused sessions for UAE Nationals—will connect candidates with recruiters. Since 2022, the Group has hired 41,000+ people and now employs 121,000. Last year it received 3.7 million job applications, attracted by its strong brand, tax-free salaries, extensive training and rich benefits. Dubai’s secure, opportunity-driven environment also fuels interest. Perks for Dubai-based staff include profit share, comprehensive insurance and wide-ranging travel benefits. Candidates can apply and follow event schedules at emiratesgroupcareers.com.

(PRESS RELEASE) DUBAI, UAE, 2025-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group has launched a worldwide hunt for talent, accelerating the next phase of its remarkable expansion. Over the course of this financial year, the aviation giant plans to welcome 17,300 new colleagues across 350 distinct roles—roughly the size of a mid-tier town or enough people to fill 58 Airbus A350s.

Positions touch every corner of the organisation: Emirates, the world’s most profitable and largest international airline, and dnata, the global air and travel services leader. Hundreds of hires are needed in key areas such as cabin crew, pilots, engineering, commercial and sales, customer service, ground handling, catering, IT, HR and finance. Within dnata alone, more than 4,000 specialists are sought for cargo, catering and ground operations.

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, said: “The Emirates Group’s people strategy is anchored in Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33 and our own projected growth and expansion. We’re seeking world-class talent to fuel our bold ambition, redefine the future of aviation, and continue our commitment and culture of innovation and excellence. This is an opportunity for skilled and talented professionals to play a stellar role in our future, our strategy, and our growth story.”

To connect with top candidates, the Group will stage more than 2,100 open days and recruitment activations in 150 cities throughout the year, targeting pilots, IT experts, engineers and aspiring cabin crew. A series of Dubai-based engagements will also invite UAE National students and graduates to explore careers within the Group. These forums provide a direct line to seasoned recruiters—and often to passionate, long-tenured employees eager to share real-life insights.

Since 2022, the Group has brought on board over 41,000 professionals—nearly 27,000 of them in operational roles—building today’s 121,000-strong workforce. Its reputation as an employer of choice remains unmatched: last financial year alone, more than 3.7 million applications poured in across all brands and departments, drawn by the Group’s global standing, people-first philosophy, tax-free pay and generous benefits, plus renowned training, development and recognition programs.

Dubai’s appeal continues to magnetise global talent with its safety, opportunity-rich economy, tech-forward ecosystem, progressive policies and vibrant lifestyle. For employees based in the emirate, Emirates Group benefits include eligibility for profit share, comprehensive medical and life insurance, extensive travel perks—annual leave tickets, service-related tickets, concessional fares for self, family and friends—discounted cargo rates, and membership cards unlocking savings at hundreds of retailers, hotels and leisure venues.

Ambitious professionals eager to join the Emirates Group can explore roles and track upcoming open days and events worldwide at www.emiratesgroupcareers.com

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SOURCE: The Emirates Group