Since 1997, Cooper Fitch has been a leader in recruitment and executive search, serving the Middle East with unparalleled expertise and dedication. We find, build, and retain outstanding leaders and teams that drive transformational change and exceptional growth for our clients. Specialising in recruitment and executive search, human resources advisory services (HRAS), and tailored recruitment solutions such as recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent. With our deep understanding of the industries we serve, we are experts in discovering and nurturing leaders who make a significant impact. Our ethos, "A meeting of minds," captures our dedication to forming connections that inspire people, unleash talent, and transform organizations to build better futures together. Cooper Fitch is a proud member of the Talent Club, a global network with 35+ offices across four continents. For more information about how Cooper Fitch can support your organisation’s growth and leadership needs, visit our website or contact our offices directly. Opening hours: Monday- 08:30- 17:30 Tuesday- 08:30- 17:30 Wednesday- 08:30- 17:30 Thursday- 08:30- 17:30 Friday- 08:30- 14:00 Saturday- Closed Sunday- Closed
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Last week, the team at Cooper Fitch hosted an in-house potluck lunch to celebrate the diversity that shapes our workplace.🌍 Colleagues shared dishes that reflected their heritage, traditions and personal stories creating an opportunity to connect, learn and build stronger connections. #CultureAtWork #Connection #CulturalDiversity #PotluckCelebration #FoodBringsUsTogether
The Cooper Fitch Q2 2025 Gulf Employment Index is here! From hiring surges in senior finance to nationalisation-driven HR growth, this quarter marks a clear shift: execution is now driving recruitment decisions across the Gulf. ✔️ UAE leads regional growth at +4% ✔️ Senior finance roles surge by +8% ✔️ Nationalisation fuels HR and public sector hiring ✔️ Demand grows for AI talent, compliance leads, and delivery-focused leadership ✔️ Strategy hiring stalls as companies prioritise operational outcomes 📥 Download the full report: https://lnkd.in/ddmvwbpH #CooperFitch #EmploymentIndex #GulfJobs #HiringTrends #LeadershipHiring #AIJobs #Nationalisation #GCCJobs #FutureOfWork #TreforMurphy
🎙️ Interview with Al Arabiya English Our CEO, Dr. Trefor Murphy DBA joined Al Arabiya English to discuss the key trends shaping the Gulf’s labour market in Q2 2025. This quarter marked a shift across the region, from strategic ambition to execution-focused hiring. Whether it's the rise in AI and finance roles or nationalisation reshaping HR, the market is evolving rapidly. #CooperFitch #TreforMurphy #GulfEmploymentIndex #HiringTrends #AlArabiya #GCCJobs #LeadershipHiring #AIJobs #Nationalisation #FutureOfWork
Our CEO, Trefor Murphy DBA, joined Asharq Business ا��تصاد الشرق to unpack the key findings from our Q2 2025 Gulf Employment Index. 🎙️ Watch the full interview for insights on: – The sectors leading the way in Q2 – Why CFOs and data talent are in high demand – What’s driving employer confidence in the UAE – How nationalisation is reshaping HR hiring – The new rules of talent attraction in a delivery-driven market #CooperFitch #GulfEmploymentIndex #TreforMurphy #HiringTrends #GCC #Nationalisation #AIJobs #LeadershipHiring #AsharqBloomberg
Thank you to the Khaleej Times for featuring insights from our Q2 2025 Employment Index. Hiring across the GCC may be steady, but the story lies in the shift, from ambition to execution, and from strategy to delivery. We're proud to contribute to the ongoing conversation on what’s shaping the region’s evolving labour market. #CooperFitch #KhaleejTimes #GCCJobs #HiringTrends #EmploymentIndex #LabourMarketInsights #UAEJobs https://lnkd.in/dWdpH_-9
Thank you to Deepthi Nair and National for featuring insights from our Q2 Employment Index. We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this important conversation on shifting hiring trends, execution-focused roles, and the UAE’s continued job market momentum. #CooperFitch #EmploymentIndex #UAEJobs #SaudiJobs #GCCHiring #TheNationalNews #HiringTrends
▪️SME activity and influx of the wealthy benefit UAE job market while Saudi employers are reassessing project timelines and budgets. ▪️The UAE is seeing a shift from ���visionary’ type hiring to ‘execution’ roles, says Trefor Murphy DBA Thanks Mentalla Gouda #uaejobs #saudijobs
Thank you to Brandy Scott and the team at Dubai Eye 103.8 Business Breakfast show for having our CEO Trefor Murphy DBA on air to discuss the latest insights from our Cooper Fitch Employment Index. A great conversation on regional hiring trends, recruitment cycles, and what’s driving job creation across the GCC. #CooperFitch #DubaiEye1038 #EmploymentIndex #GCCJobs #HiringTrends #BusinessBreakfast
The UAE outpaced Saudi in job creation last quarter, growing roles by 4% vs the Saudi 2%, according to Cooper Fitch’s latest report. We spoke to CEO Dr. Trefor Murphy DBA, who says hiring has shift and the recruitment cycle is now stretching to 14–15 weeks as employers sift through a flood of candidates.
Cultural fit isn’t assessed in calm conditions; it’s revealed in moments of pressure. In our conversation with the Head of HR at a large tech integrator, one thing was clear: traditional interviews aren’t enough. When the stakes are high, behavioural signals, like self-regulation, decision-making, and resilience, carry more weight than polished answers. That’s why discomfort is no longer a byproduct of the process. It’s part of the design.
🚨 AI is transforming work as we know it, but how ready are we? We’re inviting professionals across the GCC to share how AI is reshaping roles, skills, and decision-making in their organisations. 💡 Your insights will help us uncover what’s really happening behind the headlines. 🔗 Survey link -----> https://lnkd.in/gUwD_bTs 📊 Contribute to our 2025 AI & Workforce Report ⏱️ It only takes 3 minutes. 🛡️ All responses are confidential. Be part of the conversation. Shape the future.