Building on the remarkable success of its previous editions, the Dubai Land Department (DLD) continues its mission to empower Emirati talent with the launch of the 3rd Real Estate Recruitment Day. Since the initiative’s inception in June 2023, more than 2,071 Emiratis have been successfully employed in the real estate sector, setting new benchmarks for national participation in line with Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33, the Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033, and the Dubai Social Agenda 33.
Expanding National Participation in Real Estate
This year’s event, organized in partnership with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, Nafis, and the Emirati Human Resources Development Council, and officially sponsored by Emaar Properties, brought together over 80 leading real estate companies. More than 400 diverse direct job opportunities were presented, offering clear pathways for Emirati job seekers that connect recruitment with professional training and career progression within the sector.
Strong Leadership and Distinguished Attendance
The event witnessed the presence of high-level dignitaries, including H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation and Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; H.E. Abdullah Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary General of Dubai Executive Council; H.E. Omar Hamad Bu Shehab, Director General of DLD; H.E. Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of Dubai Government Human Resources Department; H.E. Dr. Faisal Al Ayyan, Director of the Higher Colleges of Technology Complex; and H.E. Jamal Bin Thaniah, Chairman of Emaar Properties, alongside senior executives from DLD and its partners.
Achievements Beyond Expectations
The initiative has consistently surpassed its targets:
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2023: 647 Emiratis employed (vs. 250 target)
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2024: 854 Emiratis employed (vs. 500 target)
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Jan–June 2025: 570 Emiratis employed
This strong trajectory highlights DLD’s success in exceeding expectations and reinforcing the national workforce’s role in the real estate sector.
Empowering Emirati Professionals for the Future
H.E. Omar Hamad Bu Shehab, Director General of DLD, emphasized:
“We empower Emirati talent to enter and thrive in the real estate sector on sustainable foundations, guided by our leadership’s vision that places the citizen as a top priority in development. Together with our partners in government and the private sector, we build a comprehensive ecosystem that links employment with professional qualification and career progression, creating long-term opportunities for our people.”
Similarly, H.E. Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi highlighted:
“The 3rd Real Estate Recruitment Day is a significant milestone in enabling national talent and reflecting our leadership’s vision to make citizens the foundation of development. We remain committed to expanding these efforts, opening promising career paths, and enhancing the competitiveness of our workforce.”
Future-Ready Workforce
DLD continues to expand its partnerships with developers, brokers, and service providers while advancing training and on-the-job learning programs. This ensures candidates’ skills are aligned with market needs, facilitating their transition from classrooms to workplaces with confidence. The initiative places Emirati citizens at the heart of the real estate sector’s growth, ensuring long-term competitiveness and sustainability.
