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Episode Synopsis
What’s really going on in the treasury job market?In this brutally honest episode, Conor McHugh pulls back the curtain on how hiring really works in the UAE.We talk about the questions most people are too afraid to ask — from how salaries are decided to why candidates are ghosted, and what recruiters actually think when they see your profile.It’s uncomfortable. It’s revealing.And it’s exactly what every treasury professional needs to hear in 2025.00:00 Intro 01:07 Guest Intro04:30 Working in the Middle East08:03 Reality of Working in The UAE14:17 The Treasury Requirements & Challenges in The UAE23:57 Saudi Arabia's Potential27:24 Why Recruiters Don't Get Back, and How to Approach Them?32:51 How to be Visible; Branding, CV, & Networking40:54 Leveraging Your LinkedIn46:20 What Employers Are Looking For in Treasurers48:44 2025 Treasury Salaries in UAE52:32 Treasury is BoomingGuest Speaker Name: Conor MchughTitle: Founder of Alchemy SearchLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-mchugh-acca-57aa0ab1/Company Link: https://www.alchemysearch.ae/Host Name: Mohamed KortamLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/A word from our partner:Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead?The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years.From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.
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