Meet Sophia Nambiar – discover the experience, expertise, and values that shape her approach at Kinetic. Our longest-serving team member, Sophia, has been part of Kinetic since the very start in 2012 and plays a key leadership role within the business. She is a Business Manager, heading up our Ph...
The GCC’s financial services sector is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. As economies pivot from oil dependency to knowledge-driven growth, the intersection of technology and finance has become the primary battleground for talent. For employers in banking, fintech and ...
Meet Our General Manager, Chris Atkinson – discover the experience, values, and leadership behind Kinetic. Chris is the co-founder of Kinetic and brings over 20 years of recruitment experience, specialising in the life sciences industry. With a career spanning the UK, Australia, and more than a de...
Ramadan is a time of fasting, reflection, and spiritual growth for Muslims in the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For workplaces, it also comes with specific rules, legal obligations, and practical considerations. This guide covers work hours, employee rights, employer responsibilities, and bes...
Kinetic is proud to be a member of INRALS – the International Network of Recruitment Agencies in Life Sciences – and the exclusive partner for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa. This partnership connects us with expert recruitment firms across 20+ countries, from Germany, France, and Singapore...
Meet Ana Alborte – discover the experience, expertise, and values that shape her approach at Kinetic. Ana is a Key Account Executive on the Pharma team at Kinetic with over 10 years of recruitment experience, including 5 years with the business. A Psychology graduate by background, she has lived ...
The MedTech hiring landscape in 2026 is being reshaped by AI, connected care, and increasingly strict regulatory oversight. While parts of the broader tech market have cooled, medical technology remains a priority for health systems and governments seeking efficiency, better outcomes, and cost contr...
Garden leave is a term many employees hear, but few fully understand. Whether you’re resigning or being terminated, garden leave affects your work obligations, pay, and what you can do next. What Is Garden Leave? Garden leave is a period during your notice when you remain employed and paid but are...
Meet Princess – discover the experience, expertise, and values that shape her approach at Kinetic. Princess is a Senior Research Executive within the Industry & Commerce division at Kinetic. She joined the business in 2023 and has been a UAE resident since 2011, having moved to Dubai from the ...
Saudi Arabia has introduced a new Saudisation law for 2026, expanding employment quotas and affecting key private-sector roles. Announced by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in January 2026, these measures raise Saudisation requirements to 60% in marketing and sales professions...