Helen Ziegler & Associates specializes in international recruitment of health care professionals to the Middle East
Why do people work in the Middle East? Some people go for the tax-free salary. Others go for the adventure. Some stay for years; a good number return repeatedly.
Day-to-day life is less hectic than in the West. You don’t have the daily aggravations: the long commute to work; the energy spent on maintaining your dwelling; the scramble to buy stuff you don’t need. You have time to develop other parts of your life, be they athletic, artistic, or spiritual. As the repeaters tell us, you have more fun in the Middle East. Finally, those of us who have lived in the Arabian Peninsula, feel that it has been a truly enlightening experience.
Helen Ziegler
Read about us and comments from people we have recruited; call 1-800-387-4616 or email hza@hziegler.com.
September 2010: Show Me the Money
Understandably, the most commonly asked questions are about salary ... (Read More)
High Tea at the Faisaliyah
The high tea evening buffet was an awesome display of amuse bouche and light fare. Smoked salmon was served on a paper-thin crepe. Gourmet cheeses were spread onto thin, freshly baked breads. Some diners sipped pink Saudi champagne (non-alcoholic, of course) while enjoying bite-size sandwiches, salads, and desserts. Read More
The Second Camel Trail - The Hash House Harriers
On January 26th, 2009, Elaine Ng, Recruitment Associate; Dominika Kaleta, Logistics Manager; and I, Recruitment Assistant, went on a site visit to the King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Riyadh. There, we met up with one of the best known expat social groups in the world: The Hash House Harriers. (Read More)
"Hi, my name is Audra, and I'm a shopaholic"
If you are worried that the Middle East will not offer the same shopping experiences as your North American home, think again. (Read More)
Employment Basics: Saudi Arabia
Not sure what a "single-status" contract is? Wondering if, as a recent grad, you qualify for a position? Click here to find out!
Frequently Asked Questions - Saudi Arabia
Where will I live? What is the social life like there? How should I dress? Can I drive? We love questions (and spend a large part of our day answering them)! We understand that there is a lot of information that you would like to know, before you consider a position in Saudi Arabia. Here are a few of the most common questions we receive: FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions - Qatar
What kind of recreation clubs are there to join in Qatar? Is it a problem that I have a tattoo? We have compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about re-locating to Qatar. Maybe you have the same questions, or maybe you never thought to ask. Click here for FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions - United Arab Emirates
Considering a move to the UAE? Have questions? We've collected the most frequently asked questions to tell you what you want to know. (Read More)
A Review of Websites for Expats in the Middle East
It's the World Wide Web -- literally! Websites for expatriates are becoming increasingly popular as more and more people choose to work abroad. Learn More
Historical/Ancient Sites in KSA
100,000 things to see while you're in Saudi Arabia ... or maybe you should just choose a few! (Read More)
Work in the Middle East; See the World?
You finally have the chance to take that trip (or those trips!) you've always dreamed of. But read this before you pack your bags.
