Emirates Announces 17,300 Jobs in Global Recruitment Drive

The Emirates Group has unveiled plans to recruit over 17,000 new employees during the current financial year, expanding its workforce across Emirates Airline, dnata, and other subsidiaries.

According to the group, thousands of positions are open in key departments such as cabin crew, pilots, engineering, IT, HR, finance, sales, customer service, ground operations, and catering.

Since 2022, Emirates has welcomed more than 41,000 professionals, with around 27,000 joining operational departments. The group’s total workforce now stands at approximately 121,000 employees.

To support this expansion, Emirates will organize over 2,100 recruitment events in 150 cities worldwide, targeting top talent in aviation, engineering, IT, and customer-facing roles. Special recruitment sessions in Dubai will also be held to attract UAE national students and graduates.

Dnata, a key subsidiary, aims to recruit over 4,000 specialists in cargo handling, catering, and ground services.

“We are on the lookout for exceptional talent to help shape the future of aviation, support our innovation-driven culture, and contribute to our continued growth,” said Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group.

Over 3.7 Million Job Applications Received

As one of the most sought-after employers in the aviation sector, Emirates revealed it has attracted more than 3.7 million job applications across its various brands. The Group credits this to its strong global brand, tax-free salaries, and world-class benefits, alongside its investment in training, career growth, and employee recognition.

In addition to competitive pay, employee benefits at Emirates include:

• Annual and service-based free flight tickets for employees and their families
• Medical and life insurance coverage
• Profit-sharing schemes
• Discounts at hundreds of retail, hospitality, and lifestyle outlets
• Concessional airfare and cargo rates

The Group’s ambitious hiring initiative reflects its vision to remain a global leader in aviation while offering dynamic career opportunities to skilled professionals around the world.