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Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in Iraq. 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.

Iraq's

Economic indicators

52

World ranked

Iraq ranks 52 in the world by current economic output

$250.8bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

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

28

EMEA ranked

Iraq is ranked 28 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Iraq, 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.

4%

Current rate

▼ 0.4% reduction

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.

Iraq's inflation rate

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.

Iraq's

Labor market

Iraq vs world population age distribution

38.1m

Population

Iraq has a population of about 38.1m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

30 hrs

Average working full time week

15.5%

Current percentage

▼ 0.1% reduction

Iraq has a severly unhealthy unemployment rate, signalling there is significant economic problems. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Iraq's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • petroleum
  • chemicals
  • food processing

Ratio of males to females (by age)

72 / 11

Male

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

Iraq'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.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.