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How companies can benefit from working with freelancers

06 Jun 2021

With the growing prevalence of freelance work and the benefits that candidates in the market can reap, we find out how organisations can also achieve some of the benefits from freelancers here.

Should your company consider contract recruitment?

31 May 2021

We explore some factors below that can help your organisation decide if contract work is suitable for you.

What are the options and visa requirements for contract recruitment in the GCC?

29 Apr 2021

Contract solutions available in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) can often be quite confusing for both employers and employees. Progressive is here to help you in understanding the different types of visas and salary payment options!

Debunking the myths of Contract Recruitment in MENA Employers Edition

16 Apr 2021

The culture of ‘lifetime employment’ remains strong in various countries across the globe and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is no exception. We debunk some of the myths of hiring contractors, freelancers and giggers here.

Debunking the myths of Contract Recruitment in MENA Job-Seekers Edition

16 Apr 2021

With an increasing number of contracting job opportunities available in the market, perhaps you should consider contract jobs and the gig economy as an alternative career option instead of waiting on for a permanent role.

Why choose contract recruitment?

29 Apr 2020

Contract based employment is very common nowadays, however, many people are unaware of countless details about this type of engagement and what the benefits are. Read more to find out

Tags: MENA

Progressive thanks heroes from the manufacturing industry

28 Apr 2020

We sat down with Hashim Kapadia, Senior Business Partner of Progressive Recruitment Dubai, who took us through two top innovative manufacturers companies that have been working immensely hard to help out our front line staff.

Tags: MENA

Haseeb’s story: Protecting our contractors and supporting businesses through uncertainty

22 Apr 2020

Read Haseeb's story about how he tirelessly worked to help a client get staff during this difficult period, allowing a business to continue thriving and numerous skilled professionals to keep working.

Tags: MENA

8 ways to have a productive workday

27 Jul 2022

How you approach a typical workday can have a big impact on your productivity. Learn how to make the most of your day.

Tags: PRODUCTIVITY TIPS CAREER ADVICE

Saudi Arabia set to be the world’s fastest growing economy and what this means for the talent landscape

15 Sep 2022

According to IMF forecasts, Saudi Arabia is poised to join the trillion-dollar club this year, largely spurred by the global spike in energy prices, especially crude oil. The Kingdom’s economy registered in the first quarter of 2022 a nearly 10 percent increase in GDP, compared to the same period last year. Read on to find out what this means for KSA's thriving talent landscape.

Tags: OIL & GAS OIL AND GAS SAUDI ARABIA KSA VISION 2030

How companies can benefit from working with freelancers

06 Jun 2021

With the growing prevalence of freelance work and the benefits that candidates in the market can reap, we find out how organisations can also achieve some of the benefits from freelancers here.

MENA invests big in wind energy

29 Nov 2022

MENA region is beginning to invest big in wind power projects. In this article, we look at the how this industry is shaping in the region and what countries are leading the way

Tags: POWER & RENEWABLES WIND ENERGY WIND POWER OFFSHORE WIND ENGINEERING RENEWABLE ENERGY