Emiratis at the Heart of the Tourism Sector

Miral strives to be the region's most impactful, influential leisure, tourism, and lifestyle entity, recognising the importance of keeping pace with the evolving business environment and continuously shifting demands and skills required of the workforce. To continue to ensure our ecosystem and next generation are prepared for the next phase of growth, our people are more important than ever.

We place “People” at the heart of our priorities, focusing on our dedication to growing them within the business, and their commitment and passion towards the business. What sets us apart is a steadfast obligation to training and developing our existing teams and empowering the younger Emirati generation with the skills necessary to thrive within the tourism industry, as we have an unwavering belief in the significance of having UAE Nationals lead and create impact within this crucial sector.

We recognise that the success of our group, the tourism industry, and the economy at large, hinges upon the cultivation of talent and bridging the skills gap. It is our duty, as active players within the UAE's flourishing economic ecosystem, to foster an active culture of growth and progress for the younger generation through internships and training programmes. This not only unlocks their potential but also ensures sustainable social and economic growth for the future.

Our two-year anchor talent development programme, Maharaty, targets fresh graduates and unemployed UAE Nationals between the ages of 21 to 25, aiming to build a solid foundation for UAE Nationals in their career development. The program provides them with the tools to foster and nurture their capabilities, knowledge, and leadership skills within the leisure, entertainment, and tourism industries, while also helping them gain the required experience to join these sectors.

Another programme is our three-month Ambassador training programme which provides hands-on training at our world-class theme parks, where they can be equipped with the required skills and knowledge to join the thriving theme park industry and excel in the leisure and entertainment sector. To date, the programme reached a milestone by recruiting 500 Emiratis into it, with around 150 of whom have thrived and reached managerial positions across Yas Island’s various attractions.

We are continuously reimagining and evolving an integrated visitor experience, creating unforgettable memories and moments of joy for both residents and international guests, with our Emirati talent adding an element of Emirati culture and hospitality to our experiences. Our track record of excellence and success has positioned us as a trusted partner within the industry while also creating over three thousand job opportunities within the leisure and entertainment industry.?

To all Emiratis, I extend an open invitation to join us at Miral. You are the leaders of tomorrow, and you have a significant responsibility not only to maintain the successful trajectory of the tourism industry, but to also propel our nation towards unprecedented heights.