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Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in Saudi Arabia. Whether you're looking for specialized talent or general hiring support, explore experienced recruitment firms that understand the local market and can help you build the perfect team.

Saudi Arabia's

Economic indicators

19

World ranked

Saudi Arabia ranks 19 in the world by current economic output

$1.1tn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

9

EMEA ranked

Saudi Arabia is ranked 9 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Saudi Arabia, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

2.3%

Current rate

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Saudi Arabia's inflation rate

10 weeks

Maternity leave

Maternity: 10 weeks paid leave at 100% salary; 4 weeks pre-birth. Paternity: 3 days paid leave post-birth at full pay. No parental leave law in Saudi Arabia.

60 days

Sick leave

Employees get up to 60 days paid sick leave: 100% salary paid by the employer for the first 30 days, followed by 75% of the base salary for days 31-60, also paid by the employer.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Saudi Arabia's

Labor market

Saudi Arabia vs world population age distribution

33.4m

Population

Saudi Arabia has a population of about 33.4m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

41 hrs

Average working full time week

Standard work is 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, with extended possibilities. Ramadan work hours are reduced to 6/day. Overtime is paid at 150% of the hourly rate, with a cap of 481 hours/year. Managerial staff may get time off instead; written consent for overtime is required.

4.9%

Current percentage

▼ 0.7% reduction

Saudi Arabia's unemployment rate is healthy, indicating a well functioning labor market with good job opportunities for most people. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a moderate decrease, suggesting a positive shift toward better economic stability and improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Saudi Arabia's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • crude oil production
  • petroleum refining
  • basic petrochemicals

Ratio of males to females (by age)

80 / 35

Male

[ "In Saudi Arabia there is a large gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating significant structural or cultural barriers preventing more equal gender parity." ]

Saudi Arabia's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.