Middle East: Employment and HR

Subscribe

Employment law and labour law articles and thought leadership, podcasts, videos and webinars from expert sources across the legal world. Explore articles covering topics such as Discrimination, Employee Benefits and Compensation, Health and Safety, Unfair/Wrongful Dismissal, Whistleblowing, Employment Rights, Outsourcing and Redundancy.

Voices For Change: Turning A Stereotype To A Superpower With Rima Hadid (Podcast)

In this episode of Voices for Change, Rima Hadid, general counsel of Emirates Investment Authority (EIA), talks to A&O Shearman senior manager, Justin Farrance...

United Arab Emirates Employment

AO

A&O Shearman

UAE Private Sector Employees Should Prepare For MoHRE Inspections

The Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MoHRE) has ramped up its programme of on-site inspections, both in frequency and scope, across the UAE's private sector.

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

The Legal Framework Of Joint Liability In Egypt

Joint liability, known under Egyptian law as a solidary obligation, is a legal concept with significant practical consequences. It arises in a wide range of contexts, from commercial transactions and corporate structures to construction projects and employment relationships.

Egypt Employment

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

Iran Conflict – Navigating Labor & Employment Legal Strategy

While the 2-week ceasefire to the Iran Conflict announced 8 April 2026 provides hope, it is clear that the conflict has and will create uncertainty regarding business in Saudi Arabia.

Iran Employment

BC

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Termination For Breach Of Confidentiality Under Omani Labour Law

Oman Employment

Bait Al Qanoon

Update: Prime Minister Issues Decree On Weekly Sunday Remote Work Policy Implementation

Egypt Employment

SH

Soliman Hashish & Partners

Qatar Expands Labour E-Services To Simplify Changing Employers

Qatar Employment

SA

Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners

Facing A Salary Cut Or Unpaid Leave? Experts Say UAE Labour Law Ensures Employees Are Fully Protected

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

New Decree On Additional Annual Leave Entitlement For Employees Engaged In Hazardous Or Dangerous Jobs And Working In Remote Areas

Egypt Employment

SH

Soliman Hashish & Partners

Employment Considerations During A Time Of Conflict

Qatar Employment

CM

Crowell & Moring LLP

Thinking About Employee Unease As A Legal Risk Factor

Iran Employment

FL

Foley & Lardner

Employer Obligations In Gulf Crisis

Iran Employment

IL

Ius Laboris

Is It Possible To Leave The UAE Without Terminating Your Employment Contract Due To Security Concerns?

Saudi Arabia Employment

SP

Sohaibani & Partners

Wage Protection System Coming Into Effect In Bahrain

Bahrain Employment

IL

Ius Laboris

What Leave Are Employees Entitled To Under UAE Labour Law?

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

Dubai’s Derivatives Framework: VARA Is Now Open For Crypto Futures, Perps, Options And CFDs

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

Conflict In The Middle East: Rights And Remedies Under The Laws Of The United Arab Emirates (UAE)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

KG

K&L Gates LLP

Expatriate Marriage And-Divorce Fast, Simple And Legal (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

International Employment Law Podcast Series - United Arab Emirates (Podcast)

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

Travers Smith LLP

See more

Related Country Guides

Labour and Employment

Discrimination, Disability & Sexual Harassment

DHS Ends TPS Yemen: Another Termination For Employers To Track

On March 3, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a notice in the Federal Register confirming the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Yemen.

Yemen Immigration

SS

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Ministerial Decree No. 271 Of 2025 On The Register Of Workers With Disabilities And Persons Of Short Stature

Minister of Labour Decision No. 271 of 2025 regulates how establishments in Egypt must record and report employment data for workers with disabilities and persons of short stature.

Egypt Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

State Of Qatar/Qatar Financial Centre 2025 Roundup – What Employers Need To Know

Qatar introduced significant employment law reforms in 2025 which have a material impact on employers in Qatar, including Qatar Financial Centre. These changes reflect the government's commitment to enhancing employment...

Qatar Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

DIFC Employment Law: Legislative Insight

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

Qatar's Persons With Disabilities Law 2025 – Key Employment Provisions

Qatar Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

DIFC Courts Practice Direction No. 1 Of 2025: Access To Justice In Employment Disputes

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

New Regulations For Private Sector Job Advertising And Interviews

Saudi Arabia Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Recent Employment Developments In KSA

Saudi Arabia Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Reforming The 1946 Lebanese Labor Law: A Step Towards Flexibility And Inclusion

Lebanon Employment

E

Eptalex Law Firm LLP

See more

Health & Safety

Regulations Impacting The Operation Of Restaurants In The UAE: An Insight Into The Legal Framework

The UAE's food and beverage industry operates under a comprehensive legal framework spanning federal and emirate-level regulations.

United Arab Emirates Consumer

HA

HAS Law Firm

New Decree On Additional Annual Leave Entitlement For Employees Engaged In Hazardous Or Dangerous Jobs And Working In Remote Areas

The Egyptian Ministry of Labour has recently issued Decree No. 49 of 2026 (the “Decree”), introducing a detailed regulatory framework governing additional annual leave entitlements for employees engaged in hazardous, dangerous...

Egypt Employment

SH

Soliman Hashish & Partners

Employee Rights & Employer Obligations | Egypt Labour Law 14 Of 2025

In light of rapid economic and legislative changes, the need for a contemporary legal framework that regulates labour relations, achieving both justice and stability, has become urgent.

Egypt Employment

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

UAE Labour Law: Work Injuries And Occupational Disease

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Bahrain Labour Law Insights: Winter 2025 Compliance Update

Saudi Arabia Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Oman Announces Regulations Surrounding Remote Working

Oman Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Understanding The New Employers' Awareness Kit: A Practical Guide For UAE Businesses

United Arab Emirates Employment

BA

BSA Law

Key Health And Safety Considerations In The Workplace

United Arab Emirates Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

How Many Sick Leaves Can An Employee Have If They Are Infected With COVID-19? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

See more

Employment Litigation/ Tribunals

Iran Conflict – Navigating Labor & Employment Legal Strategy

While the 2-week ceasefire to the Iran Conflict announced 8 April 2026 provides hope, it is clear that the conflict has and will create uncertainty regarding business in Saudi Arabia.

Iran Employment

BC

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Egypt's Court Of Cassation Draws A Red Line: Arbitration Clauses In Employment Contracts Declared Void

At the outset, it is worth underscoring that the Egyptian employment legal framework occupies a uniquely sensitive position within the country's broader legal landscape.

United Arab Emirates Employment

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Labor Lawyer In Egypt: Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Labour relationships constitute the backbone of any successful company.

Egypt Employment

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Labor And Employment Dispute Litigation In Egypt

Egypt Employment

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

Saudi Arabia Employment

Dossary Law Firm

Saudi Labour Law – Developments In 2024

United Arab Emirates Employment

Dentons

Key Amendments In UAE Federal Decree No. 9 Of 2024: Strengthening Labor Law Compliance, Enhancing Worker Protections, And Streamlining Dispute Resolution

United Arab Emirates Employment

BA

BSA Law

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

United Arab Emirates Employment

Clyde & Co LLP

Changes To Labour Complaint Process: MOHRE Now Making Decisions

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

See more

Contract of Employment

UAE Private Sector Employees Should Prepare For MoHRE Inspections

The Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MoHRE) has ramped up its programme of on-site inspections, both in frequency and scope, across the UAE's private sector.

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

Regulations Impacting The Operation Of Restaurants In The UAE: An Insight Into The Legal Framework

The UAE's food and beverage industry operates under a comprehensive legal framework spanning federal and emirate-level regulations.

United Arab Emirates Consumer

HA

HAS Law Firm

Iran Conflict – Navigating Labor & Employment Legal Strategy

While the 2-week ceasefire to the Iran Conflict announced 8 April 2026 provides hope, it is clear that the conflict has and will create uncertainty regarding business in Saudi Arabia.

Iran Employment

BC

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Termination For Breach Of Confidentiality Under Omani Labour Law

Oman Employment

Bait Al Qanoon

Update: Prime Minister Issues Decree On Weekly Sunday Remote Work Policy Implementation

Egypt Employment

SH

Soliman Hashish & Partners

Qatar Expands Labour E-Services To Simplify Changing Employers

Qatar Employment

SA

Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners

Employment Considerations During A Time Of Conflict

Qatar Employment

CM

Crowell & Moring LLP

Is It Possible To Leave The UAE Without Terminating Your Employment Contract Due To Security Concerns?

Saudi Arabia Employment

SP

Sohaibani & Partners

Regulating Outsourced Labor And Secondment In Saudi Arabia: A Practical Framework

Saudi Arabia Employment

BA

BSA Law

See more

Latest Videos

See more

International Employment Law Podcast Series - United Arab Emirates (Podcast)

TS

Travers Smith LLP

What Are The Requirements To Get Sick Leave For COVID-19 Positive Employees? (Video)

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Dr. Hassan Talks: Sexual Violence In The Middle East (Video)

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

New DIFC Employment Law: All You Need To Know About End Of Service Gratuity (Video)

CC

Clyde & Co

Israel Contract Law - What You Need To Know (Video)

DW

Dave Wolf & Co

Mondaq uses cookies on this website. By using our website you agree to our use of cookies as set out in our Privacy Policy.

Learn More