A large majority of companies in the UAE feel confident about how they support employee wellbeing. According to Aon’s 2026 Human Capital Trends report, 71% of organizations believe their wellbeing strategies are effectively meeting employee needs. The report also highlights three main priorities for UAE businesses: accelerating digital transformation in HR, strengthening leadership and succession planning, and improving workforce planning and organizational design.

The findings suggest steady progress, though some gaps remain. About 37% of companies say they have a clearly defined Employee Value Proposition that employees understand, while 22% report putting measures in place to address the gender gap in retirement savings. Overall, the UAE appears to be keeping pace with global standards in data maturity, and it stands ahead of the global average in how clearly its EVPs are defined.

Experts say these developments reflect the country’s broader effort to improve the employee experience and attract skilled talent. Measures such as voluntary pensions and initiatives to increase women’s participation in the workforce are helping widen the talent pool. These efforts can support companies in retaining top performers, attracting strong candidates, and improving business performance.