Skills Shortages in the UK - Opportunities for UAE Residents

Prism 7 Resourcing are a UK and UAE based recruitment agency with a proven track record of helping UAE residents find work in the UK. We have offices and experience in both locations, so we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that our clients face.

The UK is currently experiencing significant skills shortages in various sectors, with many businesses struggling to find qualified workers to fill their vacancies. This is due to a number of factors, including an aging population, a decrease in the number of young people entering the workforce, and the impact of Brexit.

The skills shortage is affecting a wide range of sectors, including:

• Healthcare: The UK healthcare system is under increasing strain, and there is a high demand for nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
• Education: The UK education system is also facing a shortage of teachers, particularly in STEM subjects.
• Engineering: The UK engineering sector is growing rapidly, and there is a high demand for engineers with skills in a range of disciplines, including civil engineering, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering.
• Technology: The UK technology sector is also booming, and there is a high demand for software developers, data scientists, and other IT professionals.
• Construction: The UK construction sector is busy, and there is a high demand for construction workers, such as bricklayers, electricians, and plumbers.
• HGV driving: There is a shortage of HGV drivers in the UK, which is disrupting supply chains and causing problems for businesses.

In addition to these general sectors, there are also a number of specific roles where there are shortages in the UK. These include:

• Cybersecurity: There is a high demand for cybersecurity professionals in the UK, as businesses increasingly need to protect their data from cyberattacks.
• Digital marketing: The digital marketing sector is growing rapidly, and there is a high demand for digital marketers with skills in areas such as SEO, SEM, and social media marketing.
• Project management: There is a high demand for project managers in the UK, as businesses need to be able to effectively manage complex projects.
• Sales: There is always a high demand for good salespeople in the UK.

You can find a more comprehensive list of sectors with skills shortage on the UK Government website here, along with some average salary data.

If you are a UAE resident with skills in any of these areas, you may have better opportunities to find work in the UK. The UK government has made it easier for skilled workers from outside the UK to obtain visas, and many businesses are actively recruiting from overseas.

Prism 7 Resourcing can help you with every step of the process, from finding the right job to obtaining a visa and relocating to the UK. We also have a sister company, Prism 7 Corporate, which can provide you with a range of services to help with the emigration process, such as legal advice, financial planning, and property search.

Why the UK Skills Shortage Means Better Opportunities for UAE Residents

The UK skills shortage means that there is a high demand for skilled workers from overseas. As a result, UAE residents with the right skills and experience have better opportunities to find work in the UK.

The UK government has made it easier for skilled workers from outside the UK to obtain visas. The Skilled Worker visa allows skilled workers to come to the UK to live and work for up to five years. To be eligible for a Skilled Worker visa, you must have a job offer from a UK employer for a role that is on the UK Shortage Occupation List.

Many businesses in the UK are actively recruiting from overseas. They are doing this because they are struggling to find qualified workers from the UK workforce. This means that there are more opportunities for UAE residents to find work in the UK than ever before.

In addition to the high demand for skilled workers, there are a number of other reasons why UAE residents may find working in the UK appealing:

• The UK has a strong economy and a high standard of living.
• The UK is a major hub for global business and finance.
• The UK has a diverse culture and is a welcoming place to live.
• The UK has a strong education system and a number of world-renowned universities.

We covered this in more detail in our last UK focused article - Our Guide to UK Emigration - so if you want to know more about the general pros and cons of UK life then please have a read of this.

How Prism 7 Resourcing Can Help You

Prism 7 Resourcing can help you with every step of the process of finding work and relocating to the UK. We have a team of experienced recruiters who can help you find the right job for your skills and experience.

Our sister company, Prism 7 Corporate, can provide you with a range of services to help with the emigration process, including with the visa application process and provide you with advice on relocation. Other services like legal advice, financial planning, and property search we can also help with.

If you are a UAE resident with skills in a sector where there is a skills shortage in the UK, you should consider applying for jobs in the UK. You may have better opportunities to find a job than if you were to apply for jobs in the UAE.

Contact Us Today

If you are interested in working in the UK, please contact Prism 7 Resourcing today. We offer a free consultation service and we would be happy to discuss your options with you.