Aldar Headquarters in Abu Dhabi can rightfully be considered one of the “most unusual buildings on the planet.” A skyscraper in the shape of a glass disk placed on its edge occupies a worthy place among buildings that, such as a hotel or a hotel, can be said to be “futuristic” or “fantastic.”

Innovative design has a basis: the circle symbolizes unity, rationality and stability. In addition, it is also a symbol of infinity and perfection; according to the architects, a building of this shape represents completeness that covers all space and time.

Starting from Greek and Roman temples, which also had a round shape, and also taking modern buildings with round shapes as an example, the project developers decided to create an extremely bold skyscraper in design - round, with curved glass walls covering the area of ​​four football fields.

Construction was completed in January 2010, the building area was 123,000 sq.m., and its cost cost the owners approximately $270 million. The height of the skyscraper is 124 meters, it has 23 floors and 3 more underground. In addition to offices, Aldar's headquarters also houses restaurants and hotel rooms.

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Few people know about this city, because many people associate the UAE with the city of Dubai. But it is worth noting that Abu Dhabi is smaller in area, but more developed economically. If Dubai is the country's tourist center, Abu Dhabi is the industrial, political and commercial center of the UAE.

View of the capital of the United Arab Emirates - the city of Abu Dhabi

There are several ways to find work in Abu Dhabi:

1. Through an Internet portal (employment sites).
2. Through intermediary agencies involved in the selection of necessary vacancies for the applicant.

Initially, it is better to start looking for a job on your own. After all, you will need to pay for the services of an intermediary agency.

Most in-demand vacancies

Despite the fact that Abu Dhabi is not the most popular city among tourists in the UAE, it is not much inferior to Dubai in terms of the number of tourists. You can find work in Abu Dhabi in large international companies or in the tourism sector.

It is easiest for Russians and Ukrainians to find employment in the tourism sector. The most in-demand vacancies in this industry are:

• Bartender.

• Cook.
• Chef's assistant.

• Receptionist.

• Head waiter.

• Supervisor at a hotel complex.
• Guest relations

If a foreign national wants to find a job in his specialty in Abu Dhabi, then it is worth remembering that programmers and system administrators are in incredible demand in this city.

Wage level

There is no concept of a minimum wage for work in Abu Dhabi. Each employer independently determines the amount of wages. Low-skilled workers (cleaners, parking attendants, landscapers, security guards, etc.) receive the lowest salaries.

On average, the salary for these specialties does not exceed 1,500 dirhams. Translated into foreign currency, this amount is equal to 27 thousand rubles. But compared to the Russian Federation, this salary for a similar position is very high.

Mostly, migrants from the poorest countries in Asia work in such positions in Abu Dhabi.

Ukrainians and Russians mainly work in Abu Dhabi in the tourism sector. Thus, in hotel complexes and hotels, foreign workers earn on average from 2,500 dirhams per month. This is approximately 45 thousand rubles. The main advantage of working in hotels is the provision of accommodation and food.

Highly skilled workers earn on average between Dh8,000 and Dh31,000.

The most in-demand highly skilled jobs in Abu Dhabi:

1. Account Manager. The average salary for this position ranges from 9 to 12 thousand dirhams.
2. An IT manager earns on average between AED 15,000 and AED 45,000 per month.
3. A manager in the field of real estate sales receives from 15 to 40 thousand dirhams monthly.
4. Financial Controller. The salary for this position ranges from 35 to 80 thousand dirhams.

Tourists who prefer to combine relaxation with shopping will appreciate the possibilities of the emirate. There are 12 ultra-modern shopping centers and many small shops in the style of an oriental bazaar. In addition, shopping is a unique form of leisure in Abu Dhabi: by knowing how to bargain, you can get not only pleasure from the process, but also satisfaction from the purchase, significantly reducing the initial price of many goods.

Abu Dhabi annually hosts entertaining and educational events: festivals, exhibitions, fairs, competitions - entertainment for every taste, and all, of course, at the highest level.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix- the main auto race in Abu Dhabi, taking place at the famous Yas Marina circuit. In the 2015 season, the final Grand Prix will be held on November 29, which is the latest end date of the championship in history.
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Horse Race- World Championship among Arabian horses. Traditionally held at the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club in November.
Al Dhafra Camel Festival- a unique and spectacular event that can only be visited here, dedicated to the “ship of the desert”. You can watch these exotic animals, witness a camel beauty contest, and admire the winner.
Abu Dhabi Gourme Festival- one of the main culinary festivals in the world, which attracts both the best chefs and gourmets from all over the world. In February, Abu Dhabi turns into a gastronomic capital and a real paradise for those who take part in a tasting.
Water Sports Festival takes place in the fishing town of Mirfa in Al Gharbia. The best athletes will gather here and demonstrate their skills in competitions in swimming, rowing, water skiing, and surfing. And on the coast you can attend theatrical performances and concerts, take part in competitions and play beach volleyball.

Macroeconomic indicators of the emirate's development.

The UAE economy has successfully passed the test of the global financial crisis and is now gaining momentum again. Abu Dhabi is the main driver of the country's development. In 2011, the emirate's GDP increased by 8% and amounted to about $160 billion. The number of people employed in the economy during the same period increased by 5% and reached 1.49 million people. Along with the growth of the emirate's economy, the income of the local population is growing. According to this indicator, Abu Dhabi is one of the world leaders. Of course, the emirate's prosperity is largely based on the export of hydrocarbon resources.

However, both the oil and non-resource sectors of the economy are developing equally successfully in Abu Dhabi. In the first case, this is largely due to the increase in world prices for hydrocarbon resources in 2011. The dynamic development of the non-resource sector, in turn, is the merit of the Abu Dhabi government. The emirate's authorities continue to pursue a policy of economic diversification in order to reduce dependence on fluctuations in oil prices. According to the Abu Dhabi Statistics Center, from 2001 to 2011, the volume of the emirate's non-oil sector of the economy increased almost 3.5 times. At the same time, the share of private companies operating in the Abu Dhabi market has increased.

In 2011, the share of Abu Dhabi's GDP not related to the oil sector grew by 8.7%. However, “black gold” still plays a significant role in the emirate’s economy and accounts for 54% of its GDP. At the same time, Abu Dhabi accounts for about 94% of all oil produced in the UAE. It is also home to 92% of the United Arab Emirates' natural gas reserves.

Although, according to experts, Abu Dhabi’s oil reserves will last for 100 years, the emirate’s authorities are actively investing in non-resource assets: aerospace technologies, telecommunications and IT projects, petrochemicals and environmental technologies. As part of the Masdar City project, the emirate is working on creating highly efficient sources of renewable energy. In Abu Dhabi, high-tech sectors of the economy are being created almost from scratch - aircraft and shipbuilding. It is expected that by 2018 the first passenger aircraft will be assembled here. To achieve this, the emirate authorities are actively developing a related industry – the production of composite materials.

In the total GDP of Abu Dhabi, at the end of 2011, the “manufacturing” sector accounts for 12%, the “construction and real estate” sector – 10%. Wholesale and retail trade, the hotel industry and the catering industry gained 6% in total. According to analysts, $10 billion will be invested in the tourism industry of Abu Dhabi over the next 10 years. This means that the share of these sectors in the total GDP of the emirate will increase.

The indicators characterizing the external trade in Abu Dhabi. Total exports, including re-exports, increased by almost 10% and amounted to about $91 billion. Another important indicator foreign trade in Abu Dhabi– imports – increased by 8% and amounted to $29.5 billion. In general, the economic development indicators of Abu Dhabi correspond to the long-term trend. For example, in the period 2005-2010, imports increased by 180%, and GDP, excluding the oil sector, grew by 90%.

Abu Dhabu remains the richest emirate, with the most developed economy. As the largest oil producer, Abu Dhabi also acts as the main source of financing for other emirates. The strategy of diversification and reducing dependence on oil revenues, according to experts, will allow the emirate to continue to maintain its status as the main driver of economic development in the UAE.

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