Complete Lists of Companies in Dubai
Many Companies in Dubai Are Condensed in Designated and Luxurious Business Hubs
Here’s what you will be able to do with these tools:
- Research 1,000s of companies based on their industry (i.e. real estate, IT, hospitality, airlines, etc)
- Find the contact information of each company
- Send these companies your resume/CV, promotions, or questions
I will provide you with resources that will show you comprehensive lists of every single company in Dubai from the smallest barbershop to the biggest oil conglomerate, which brings me to an important point:
General Profile of Companies in Dubai
Having started small and grown big so fast, Dubai is the host to a diverse range of businesses of various types and industries. When you go to the old areas of Dubai, such as Bur Dubai or Deira, you will see lots of sole-proprietorship, 5 meters by 5 meters, small stores that sell electronics, clothes, kids toys and an assortments of other widgets. However, business-to-consumer (B2C) companies in new areas of Dubai, such as Dubai Marina, al-Barsha, and Jumeira are big department stores and malls. So, if you’re looking for a place that sells specialty or niche items, look in Deira or Bur Dubai. If you’re looking for a department store with a proper return and exchange policy, look in "new Dubai."
On to the meat of our business now, here are the tools that I promised you:
Dubai Internet City Companies
Dubai Internet City (DIC) is one of the most populous business hubs within Dubai. Companies such as Dell, HP, Intel and Microsoft have offices there. Not only that, but 100s of other local and international companies also have offices there. DIC also has an excellent website with up-to-date and easy to use directory of all the companies.
You can browse the DIC company directory by:
Dubai Media City Companies
In many ways, there are really no distinctions between Dubai Internet City (DIC) and Dubai Media City (DMC). DIC is supposedly a place for technology companies and DMC is a place for media companies, but in reality you can find either type of company in either of the two places. The two places are also located next to each other.
Unlike DIC, however, DMC’s website kind of sucks. They don’t have as organized a list of companies as DIC. DMC utilizes a 3rd party website directory that lists all companies in DMC. The website is called HawkPages.com. Once you get past the not-so-user-friendly design of HawkPages.com, you can actually get a lot out of it.
Now I’ll give you a link that gives you direct access to the companies in DMC. You can browse the DMC company directory by:
Index UAE
Another great website, even though not dedicated to Dubai alone, is IndexUAE.com. Through this website you can locate lots of companies in Dubai. But since it covers the entire UAE, you may have to sift through the listings to pick the companies that are relevant to your location.
You can find categories of businesses and companies here: http://www.indexuae.com/
AME Info’s Business Directory
AME Info offers a very good and completely free directory of companies in Dubai.
You can go to http://www.ameinfo.com/db/ and navigate through their categories. Notice that after you select a category, on your right-hand-side you can specify the location, i.e. United Arab Emirates, and see companies in the UAE in general. You cannot select Dubai, except from the "Advanced Search" feature, which, at the time of this writing, is simply broken!
Having said that, kudos to AME Info for creating such a comprehensive and free company directory.
Zawya
Zawya is, in my opinion, the most professional website the Arab world ever known. (The main website is in English). It provides true business intelligence and it offers a very detailed directory of companies in Dubai. However, their company directory is more targeted toward medium-to-large enterprises. You wouldn’t find your local mom-and-pop store in their directory.
Also, it is not completely free. Despite that, you can still get A LOT out of the non-free version of it. Let me show you how.
You can go to http://www.zawya.com and at the top of the page, you’ll see a search form, you can simply enter a company’s name and click "Company Search" and it will show you a list of relevant results. Furthermore, you can go to "Research & Tools" on the front page, then select "Companies" and go to their "List Builder," which will allow you to create a custom list of companies of your interest. Even though the list could generate hundreds of companies, non-subscribers are only limited to 40 companies.
YellowPages.ae
In Dubai, there are two telecommunication service providers. (Both are owned by the government). The larger provider, Etisalat, has a comprehensive listing of every registered company in Dubai. So, their website, http://yellowpages.ae, is the UAE’s official yellow pages.
On their website you can search by business name, keyword, category, brand, phone number, and P.O Box.
Even though this website has a truly comprehensive list of companies in Dubai, the navigation and the interface of the website is pretty poor. Some times you will see ads that block the search form or results…It can be frustrating sometimes, but don’t complain. This is Dubai’s Internet.
UAEBusinessDirectory.com
This website isn’t special in anyway. In fact, with the presence of all the resources that were mentioned above, there is only little reason for this website to exist.
Perhaps the resources above do not categorize companies in a way that suits you. If that’s the case, try http://www.uaebusinessdirectory.com and see if you get better results…
Happy Prospecting!
The resources that I have shown you above, should really give a complete idea of what types of companies are in Dubai. You also have their contact information.
By the way, I hired researchers to go through all of these websites and gather information on every company in Dubai and their career needs. That’s part of the information I give to subscribers to Dubai Employment Tips.
Good luck!
hii,,
I am looking for a suitable opportunity. I am B.E(Chemical Engg)and MBA ( Marketing and Finance)
almost 5 yrs of work experience includes FMCG sales , distribution, marketing ,channel development and banking experience and chemical industry.
Regards.
Ashok Agrawal
Hello Ashok,
That’s a quite impressive career path you’ve taken. You can easily secure a job in Dubai. The market has been improving lately. Companies are always looking for experienced individuals. Just think of the career that you feel like doing for the coming years and try to look for companies you want to work with. The more specialized your job request the easier you can get it.
Good luck,
Mohammed
Hi, i am a newly qualified chartered accountant from KPMG Ireland. Im looking for a job as an accountant in dubai. Any ideas where to start looking? Also how long does the recruitment process take if i wish to start work in march 2010 in Dubai?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Hi Aine,
Some people start by applying to jobs on Dubai online job sites, other people start by contacting recruitment agencies, but the truly most effective way is to network. Get in touch with real professionals who work in your industry in Dubai, network with them, send your CV to them, and get discovered. If you’re curious about the recruitment process, read the recruitment process guide here.
One girl who uses my service has recently told me that she never got a response for applying online, but simply by networking she got two attractive job offers in a very short period of time.
Best,
Mohammed
Hi,
I would like to know if there are companies in Dubai offering online data entry jobs. Lately I was on the look out for such jobs, but most of those which I have come across are all nothing but scams.
So, are there any online jobs that are genuine and at the same time not wanting any one time start up fees?
Thank you.
Nizzar.
Hi Nizzar,
I’m not sure if there are Dubai based companies that specialize in online data entry. These types of positions are usually outsourced to cheap labor outside of Dubai. You may wanna check Elance.com or oDesk.com for these types of jobs.
Best,
Mohammed
I have a masters in International development and 5 years of experience working with the United Nations.
I am lookign for any work to do with development, CSR or even HR.
So far nothing has come my way… Would you be able to help me?
Hi Vani,
I give more details on how I would help you find a job in Dubai in this page. Read it and let me know if you have any questions.
Best,
Hello,
what advices you have for my case?
I studied computer science and information systems in Jordan and currently I’m postgraduate(IT) student in Dubai I’ve been searching for IT job for 2 years now ,the job that I’m looking for is It job where I can develop new skills, learn more, and take challenging tasks .. And so on. I have always had proved that I’m smart. However, the only offers that I’m given are for school teaching!!
I recently tried to ask companies just to accept me as trainee… to give me opportuunity to learn and take required experience but yet no one accepted me or even interviewd me
Looking forward to hear any advice, if any one knows any company that can accept me even as trainee please let me know
Hi Nada,
Have you actually talked to a HR professional, recruiter, or a hiring manager about your situation, or did you only send emails and apply online? It’s important that you talk to someone.
Best,
Mohammed
Dear Mohammed,
I have completed my MBA in Finance in the year 2008 July and since then working for India’s largest private sector bank in treasury middle office. Presently I am looking after International Banking Portfolio. My area of interest is treasury risk and investment management. Can you assist me in the procedure to apply for banking & financial services jobs in Middle East. Also with my present profile how much salary can I get in AED or BHD. Can you provide me an opportunity to join a bank in Middle East. I have total 2 years of experience. For 1 year I have worked with HSBC-GSC before doing my post graduation.
Graduation: Bachelor of Business Management (2004)
MBA (Finance): 2006 – 2008 (2 yrs duration full time)
With Regards,
Rohan
Hi Rohan,
I do describe the method by which I could help you right here on the homepage.
Best,
Mohammed
Assalamualaikum Mohammed,
I am a female mechanical engineer (certified Professional Engineer), of 7 years experience, from Malaysia. I have posted hudreds applications, based on advertisement in Gulf News, Naukri Gulf, Monstergulf, but to no avail. I have strong power plant, plus oil and gas experience. Could you please recommend me what the best method to get job in Dubai.
Hi Sally,
This is not the first time and I’m sure not the last time I’m gonna hear that simply sending your resume to 100s of jobs doesn’t work. In fact, I personally have described my own failed experience with this method on the homepage here. Simply sending your resume to job postings, just doesn’t work. There are new and better ways to find a job and get a response quickly. One of our users has just recently managed to get 5 interviews in the span of 3 weeks by just following the advice that I describe on the homepage. Basically, it’s networking — with a twist!
Good luck,
Mohammed
Good evening…
To introduce myself, I currently work at GE in the US, recently finished my MBA from a top 15 US business school and I’m now ambitiously pursing a career transition to the UAE, speficially Dubai.
I’ve formatted my CV appropriately, and began aggressively networking with recruiters, etc. in Dubai. What other advice/guidance would you have for a ‘Top Talent’ employee in a Fortune 5 company looking to grow his career in Dubai?
Thanks for your time & consideration, I look forward to your response.
Ben
Hi Ben,
What you’re doing, i.e. networking and building contacts, is the right thing. It is also great that you realize your value and not underselling yourself.
Best,
Mohammed
i am santhosh,
I am recently completed post graduation in commerce.
i am trying to find a job oppertunity in dubai.
I am having 2yrs experience in insurence agent with good communication skils and commerce and computer knowledge,
Hi Santhosh,
It’s great that you have completed a post graduate degree because honestly, fresh graduates with bachelors or lower are usually is very low demand and therefore receive very low compensations. However, having a post graduate degree establishes you as a specialist in commerce.
Good luck with your search,
Mohammed
Respected Sir,
Good morning.
I am in perdently working in automoble co.last 6 years. in India. but i am interested in job in dubai . Pls give me a chance & oblige me. I am married but both working person my self post garaduate in Commerce & my wife is graduate in Arts Section she is working Sales Cordinattor last 2 1/2 years Approx.
my alternate email id [removed] mobile no – 91-9999441973 / 91-9210743475.
Thanks & warm regards,
Mukesh Kumar……
pls again give me a chance & oblige me.
Hi Mukesh,
We have contacts in the automobile and other related industries. Here are a few ones:
Khatib & Alami
+971 4 425 2222
Visit Career Link
info@kacec.com
M.A.H.Y. Khoory Group
+971 4 266 6300
Visit Career Link
careers@mahykhoory.com
MFC
+971 4 881 9600
Visit Career Link
recruitment@mfc.ae
Prime Limousine
+971 4 282 3030
Visit Career Link
hr@primelimousine.com
Alternatively, you could try to manually contact recruiters and post your CV on the collection of job sites. But from what we heard from other professionals, this method seldom produces the quick and desired results.
Thanks a lot,
Mohammed
Asalam-o-Alaikum,
I am Business graduate from COMSATS lahore and Software Engineer form AIOU,Islamabad.
I am finding a new company where i can polish myself in the right way.
Hi Muhammad,
What do you mean that you’d like to polish yourself?
Best,
Mohammed
I am keen to work in Dubai can anyone Suggest me what should i do to get a good job in marketing .
i do have more than 30 months experience particularly in brand and marketing as a marketing manager i am working currently with an IT company in India
Im working in a Real Estate company and I haven’t received my salary for the past 5 months, I want to transfer to another job but I fear that my company will not give me my NOC and put a ban on me
I am planing to work in Dubai. I am a teacher for 4 years. is there any job that you can offer for me?
I am trying to find a new company here in Dubai. I am currently employed but I can join new company anytime and I have a transferrable visa and NOC.
Hi Chona,
Okay, so what’s the problem?
I am keen to work in dubai as i am having approx 5 yrs of experience in banking and insurance sector
Hi Abhishek,
I would be able to better assist you if you’d subscribe to the Dubai Targeting service.
Otherwise, feel free to browse the website and use the freely available resources.
Best,