Your Bi-Monthly HR Newsletter for the Middle East

Welcome to Aon Insights - Talent Solutions Middle East! Stay up to date with our latest research on UAE Education and board governance trends in the GCC region. Don't miss out on joining our regional studies on Human Capital for Technology and Startup Sectors, Salary Increase and Turnover, and ESG practices and corporate governance in the GCC region. Learn how focusing on high retention can boost your bottom line and explore opportunities with Aon's Leadership Development Academy in the Middle East.

Aon's 2023 UAE Education Survey Results Are Out!

Recognizing the gap in consolidated rewards data when it comes to the K-12 education sector in UAE, Aon planned and conducted a benchmarking survey, involving 100+ schools across UAE. Both business leaders and human capital professionals face the following challenges in this sector:

• Obtaining structured and objective rewards market data, especially for teaching roles
• Attracting critical talent, and retaining them, with competitive offerings
• Ensuring adequate flexibility in pay structures

Our Education Survey is designed to help you address these challenges by offering a comprehensive analysis of multiple categories of employees, such as Corporate HQ, non-teaching (school based) and teaching roles. Additionally, database allows for further segmentation based on specific parameters - Such as:

• School Segment (Premium, Mid-level, Affordable, Government)
• School Curriculum (American, IB, British, Indian)
• Years of Experience (for teaching roles)
• Teaching Qualification category
• Operations type (Direct vs Managed schools)
• Market insights into sector-specific benefits

For further details on how we can support your decision making, please reach out to Mayur Nallaballe

Join Our 2024 Human Capital Studies 

Human Capital Study for Technology and Startup Sectors

Don't miss this opportunity to contribute and gain insights into the UAE/KSA technology and startup sectors’ human capital landscape. an initiative designed to provide you invaluable insights into pay and workplace practices. The survey is open for participation until March 29, 2024.

Please contact Myriam Hage learn more and get started.

Salary Increase and Turnover Study

We are excited to share that the first edition of our 2024 Salary Increase and Turnover Study is now open! This study is designed to provide you with an in-depth exploration of global salary increase budgets, turnover trends and other important topics specific to overall salary planning and pay increase delivery, which will be critical to navigating the months ahead. Please click below to if you would be interested in participating:

Join Aon's survey on ESG practices and corporate governance in the GCC region

The GCC region is experiencing significant developments in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, and companies are increasingly recognizing the importance of prioritizing ESG in their decision-making processes. Aon is conducting a survey to gauge the maturity of ESG reporting, decision-making approaches, and governance priorities in the region. The survey will provide critical insights to enable us to provide valuable recommendations for enhancing ESG practices and governance frameworks in the region. Share your insights before March 18, 2024. Please click below to participate:

High Retention Reduces Lost Knowledge, Hiring Expenses, and Missed Revenue Opportunities.

High staff turnover over rates are incredibly disruptive to business growth, so it’s important your organisation can keep hold of its staff. Decreased employee turnover signifies a more stable and content workforce. It indicates that employees are satisfied with their jobs, feel valued, and are more likely to stay with the company longterm. This stability can improve productivity, better team dynamics, and a stronger company culture.

How Does My Business Compare?

Turnover rates vary from country to country, however businesses in the Middle East tend to face higher-than-average rates of employee turnover. In fact, a recent study found that the average turnover rate in the Middle East is 21% compared to the global benchmark of 12%. Click below to read the full article:

Introducing Aon's Leadership Development Academy in the Middle East

Aon is proud to announce the launch of our Leadership Development Academy in the Middle East, a tailored intervention designed to empower leaders with industry-specific knowledge and skills. With interventions in key themes like; Strategic Visioning, Cultural Intelligence, Innovation & Adaptability, and Digital Transformation, our programs are an exceptional amalgamation of highly customized content delivered by industry-leading faculty, ensuring that participants gain insights that directly apply to their roles. We prioritize practical application and a hands-on learning experience, emphasizing real-world scenarios for immediate impact on your leadership journey. Get in touch to learn more.

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