DUBAI – In a move that highlights its confidence in the global aviation rebound, Emirates Group has announced over 17,300 new job openings worldwide, spanning across Emirates Airline, dnata, and its subsidiaries.
The recruitment campaign covers a wide spectrum of roles, including cabin crew, pilots, engineers, IT professionals, HR, finance, customer service, ground operations, and catering—creating opportunities for thousands of aviation and service industry professionals.
Recruitment in 150 Cities Worldwide
To attract top talent, Emirates will host over 2,100 hiring events in 150 cities, offering global exposure to job seekers. In Dubai, the Group will hold special sessions for UAE national students and graduates, showcasing its focus on nurturing local talent.
Since 2022, Emirates has hired 41,000 professionals, including 27,000 for core operational areas, taking its total workforce beyond 121,000 employees worldwide.
Dnata to Hire 4,000 Specialists
Subsidiary dnata plans to recruit 4,000 additional employees for cargo handling, ground services, and catering, reflecting its expanding global operations.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates’ Chairman and Chief Executive, emphasized the Group’s people-first approach, stating that its employees are key drivers of its future success.
Why Emirates Attracts Millions of Job Seekers
In recent years, Emirates has received over 3.7 million job applications, thanks to its tax-free salaries, career progression opportunities, and generous employee perks such as:
Free annual flight tickets for employees and their families
Comprehensive medical and life insurance
Profit-sharing schemes
Exclusive lifestyle discounts
Concessional airfares and cargo rates
This massive recruitment push reflects Emirates’ future-focused vision, capitalizing on post-pandemic travel recovery while strengthening its workforce for long-term growth.
With its global brand prestige, robust financial position, and unmatched employee benefits, Emirates continues to set the standard for careers in aviation.
