Have you ever thought about applying for a job abroad and relocating to somewhere new and exciting? In this blog post, we take a look at 10 reasons why you should consider relocating to the Middle East for your new job role, the benefits it has and the job Ten Live have to offer to help you on your career journey!
1. Tax-Free Salary
Yes, you read this right! This can be a prime factor for those wishing to relocate to the Middle East. Employees will benefit from a 100% tax-free salary. This is a major advantage, if you are willing to make the move as in the UK you can pay up to 45% tax on your income if over a certain threshold.
2. Weather
Year-round sunshine with very little rainfall and high temperatures could be some of the many reasons to influence your decision t0 move to the Middle East. Temperatures reach highs of 129 but it is the hottest region in Eastern Hemisphere, maybe the world.
3. Culture and Lifestyle
Beaches, stunning architecture, shopping malls and fine cuisine and opportunities to experience other cultures your social calendar will full, taken up by the huge number of activities which are available to you!
4. Expo 2020 Dubai 20 October 2020 – 10 April 2021
An event which is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of food, music, technology. culture, creativity – the first World expo ever held in the region – is set to welcome 190 participating countries and millions of visitors from across the globe. Expo 2020 aspires to create a meaningful legacy that will benefit generations to come, both locally and globally, spanning everything from innovations and architecture to friendships and business opportunities.
5. Location
The location of countries such as Dubai with its international airport to over 270 global destinations makes it the perfect base from which to travel all over the world. Over one-third of the world’s population are said to live within 4 hours flight time from the UAE state.
6. Petrol Prices
Petrol is considerably much cheaper than what you would pay here in the UK! The price of filling your car averages at around only 3-4% of your annual salary.
7. Professional Experience
Ten Live are experts in Education & Training jobs in the Middle East for early years, schools, colleges and universities. Our aim is always to ensure we match our candidates with the right role and the right employer. We always want our candidates to have the most incredible experiences, but achieve their career aspirations at the same time. Thee Middle East provides a fantastic platform for career progression opportunities.
8. Land Of Opportunities
There is a multitude of sectors to work in over in the Middle East as many countries move away from the heavy reliance on oil sector. Countries such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE are currently undergoing major reforms in areas such as education to create a workforce for the future which will be able to compete effectively on the global stage. Therefore, there is a huge demand for teachers and trainers to educate and equip nationals with the skills to meet the demands of the new labour market.
9. Real Estate
The cost of living in the Middle East is expensive however you do get what you pay for. The quality of accommodation and standard of living are very high.
10. English is Widely Spoken
You’ll be happy to know that English is considered a widely spoken business language – removing the language barriers for Western expats working in the Middle East and doing business with Middle Eastern nationals. Learning a second language is a great skill to have however and will impress when communicating with the locals.