Rudy Bier and Chris Atkinson of Kinetic Business Solutions were back at the INRALS Annual General Assembly for the second year running, held this time in the coastal Swedish city of Helsingborg, from 13th to 15th May. As the exclusive INRALS partner for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) reg...
The UAE has overhauled how private sector wages are paid and the clock is ticking. Starting 1st June 2026, all private sector companies registered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) must transfer employee salaries by the first day of every month, under a new ministerial r...
Private sector employers in the UAE have until 30th June 2026 to raise Emirati staff salaries to a minimum of AED 6,000 per month or face penalties that affect the entire business, not just their Emirati headcount. What the rule requires MOHRE raised the minimum wage for Emirati private sector emplo...
Meet Alex Tosney – discover the experience, expertise, and values that shape his approach at Kinetic. Alex recently joined our UK office as Recruitment Manager and brings 14 years of recruitment experience across the UK, the EU, and the USA. Specialising in Life Sciences and biotech recruitment, h...
LinkedIn is one of the most powerful career platforms available today. Recruiters and hiring managers actively use it to evaluate candidates, meaning your profile and activity directly influence your visibility and opportunities. The issue is that many professionals unintentionally weaken their pres...
The General Organisation for Social Insurance (GOSI) is a mandatory system that underpins employee benefits and employer compliance in Saudi Arabia. In 2026, recent reforms continue to reshape contribution rates, particularly for new Saudi hires, making it essential for employers to understand their...
Remote and hybrid working have become standard across many UAE businesses, yet there is still uncertainty around how these arrangements actually work in practice. The key point is simple: working remotely does not change the fundamentals of employment. The same laws apply, the same obligations remai...
Pay reductions in the UAE can be a complex and sensitive issue for employees. Whether caused by business restructuring, economic pressures, or individual performance, employees should know their legal rights and the implications of accepting a lower salary. What Is Legal? Under UAE Labour Law, emplo...
Many candidates spend hours preparing answers for interview questions but often overlook an equally important part of the conversation: the questions they ask. When an interviewer asks, “Do you have any questions for us?”, it isn’t just a courtesy. It’s an opportunity to demo...
The GCC region is experiencing unprecedented uncertainty, and teams across industries are navigating new challenges every day. For leaders, the task is not just to maintain operations, but to support, inspire, and guide people through change. Strong leadership now can turn uncertainty into opportuni...