There are many areas of your business where legal and compliance directives play a role, and working in the Middle East, this is no different. However, in some countries of the Middle East, there's an added layer of regional compliance on top of federal law. And then there are grouped country agreements which affect employment too. So, how shoul...

Sector development and diversification are widespread in the Middle East, and an opportunity to scale comes with that. But how do you scale effectively in B2B, B2C and D2C industries? One option is to outsource core functions to business service providers who offer flexibility in the services they offer you. In this blog post, we will discuss ou...

​​​EXECUTIVE SUMMARYIn our 12th consecutive year of operations in Iraq, we are pleased to present the mselect Iraq Employment Outlook 2024. This report is based on survey data collected from thousands of employers in Iraq across various industries. Analysis of this data provides valuable insights for both employers and employees, helping them na...

An employer of record (EOR) can be an effective option for streamlining payroll and benefit management. Their local expertise and operating systems are set up to ease your administrative burden, mitigate risks and offer faster solutions for scale. But how should your EOR services be helping you achieve efficiency? We'd like to share our thoughts...

The Middle East is transforming economically, and businesses are scaling at unprecedented rates. However, with this growth comes unique workforce challenges—fluctuating labour demands, skill shortages, and additional employment regulation. How do you manage this while you are scaling? The answer is employing the right workforce outsourcing servi...

Payroll compliance is critical for HR anywhere in the world, but how do you ensure conformity and security while working across borders in the Middle East? Your simple solution is outsourcing payroll to a trusted specialist. In this article, we will look at what to look for in a service provider. ​Key Payroll Compliance Challenges in the Middle ...

Employing across borders in the Middle East is complicated, and failure to comply can trigger strict penalties. So, how do you ensure legal hiring? What measures should you put in place? And how does your recruitment framework need to change? There is a more straightforward solution. Have you heard about Employers of Record (EORs)? An EOR is a s...

​As Saudi Arabia looks to reshape its economy, drive innovation, and foster a more diversified private sector, its demand for skilled labour is growing. Outsourced manpower offers a unique and strategic solution to staffing challenges. Join us as we explore the role of outsourced workforce provision in Saudi Vision 2030 and how we can help you d...

​mselect is proud to have collaborated with Mercy Corps on the Women and Youth-led Peace and Reconciliation Program in Iraq (WYPRI), funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC). This transformative initiative focuses on fostering inclusive, gender-responsive reconciliation mechanisms in the Al Hamdaniya district, Ninewa Governorate—a region deeply af...

​At mselect, we understand that finding the right staffing agency isn't just about finding your next role—it's about finding a partner to help you build your career path overseas. We pride ourselves as the staffing agency providing a uniquely personal touch, we take the time to get to know you, your career aspirations, and what makes you happy i...

Successfully outsourcing to a new payroll partner in the Middle East requires a little forethought. And the one question you will need to ask is, "How will they help me adapt and scale this business function while remaining locally compliant in an area of the world where there is much change?" In our article, we will cover the steps to choosing...

International hiring isn't the easiest task. Still, with the right employer of record (EOR), it can certainly be a lot easier—particularly in regions like the Middle East, where neighbouring countries have a wide variance in documentation, compliance, payroll, and more. In this article, we want to help you establish your core challenges in inter...

​Driving innovation and growth in the UAE is vital to the WE the UAE 2031 vision of building a competitive, diversified, and high-value 'Forward Economy.' However, the UAE's biggest problem in achieving this is its skill gaps. The use of outsourced workers in UAE-based companies has become the answer, and it has inadvertently impacted other are...

​If you work globally, two options exist for centralised payroll solutions: an in-house accounting department (based in each country) or an outsourced function via a third party. But which is the right choice for your organisation? At mselect, we believe there are steps to choosing whether outsourced or in-house payroll is right for you, and tha...

​The Middle East is ripe for global expansion, and our region's desire to move away from energy industry reliance opens up wider opportunities for brands to make their mark in tech, finance, healthcare, and more. Understanding that companies need help setting up in countries with wide-ranging employment guidelines and cultural differences, workf...

Any business at scale will face payroll challenges, none more so than companies that work across borders. So, how do you make your payroll function smoother and easier to manage while remaining accurate? Outsourcing is your answer. In this article, we will look at the top 10 payroll challenges global brands face and how outsourcing can help solv...

​Expanding overseas is never easy, and the logistics of people are always particularly challenging. It can also be costly. Turning to Employer of Record (EOR) services can provide:●       A streamlined approach to managing and retaining international workforces●       Ensuring compliance with local laws●       Reducing the administrative burdens...

​There are many hats to wear when you are running a business, and each area will have its challenges - staffing is one of them. Manpower outsourcing could benefit you more than you know, but how do you know when the right time to hire in a business outsource is? [What’s a BPO service? A vendor to whom you contract various business-related operat...

​We proudly announce the acquisition of FIFE Recruitment, an established UAE-based firm specialising in the Defence, Space, and Security sectors. This strategic move aims to scale mselect's service offering and expand its footprint across the Middle East. FIFE, led by Henry Le May, brings an enviable client portfolio comprising international Def...

​We are incredibly proud to announce that mselect is providing technical workforce for the Ras Laffan Petrochemical Project, a world-scale integrated polymer complex in Qatar. mselect to provide the workforce for the Ras Laffan Petrochemical Project The $6 billion Ras Laffan Petrochemical Project is currently under construction and is expected t...