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Kamel: Standard Raise Not Enough for Mideast Hiring
The war on Iran and talent shortages are making it difficult to recruit and retain C-suite candidates in the Middle East, according to Alchemy Search. Employers are shifting to prioritize local hiring, while candidates now hold stronger bargaining power.
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