Family move to Dubai?
#1
Family move to Dubai?
I am considering a move to Dubai as a Senior Architectural Technician / Design Manager, hoping to improve upon my lifestyle in the UK, and have some fun in the process. I have previously worked for Norman Foster and King Sturge, and for the last 5 years I have been managing a medium size commercial practice in Yorkshire, myself specialising in site management, high end interiors, QA compliance as well as being CAD manager.
I am married with children aged 5 and 18 months, and am looking at positions £50-55K per year. My UK salary is £35K per year, and with the current financial situation combined with 2 young children things are getting tough. We have a great life living in North Yorkshire, with a 10 minute commute, good friends, and we own a nice 4 bed house which we would be keeping. However we are looking for a change for a few years whilst the children are still young enough. Our socialising currently revolves around school and my rugby club, so I am sure we would have similar options in Dubai.
We are keen on a move to Dubai and are wondering if the salary will be enough to live comfortably?
If not would AD be a better move?
My wife has a background in residential lettings for the last 5 years -is it realistic to expect that she would be able to find part time work in the Dubai market?
Finally can you reccommend any areas suitable for a family (3 bed minimum) with a suitably lively night/daylife? (up to 150,000/ year budget).
Thanks for your help, and maybe we will see you there soon!
I am married with children aged 5 and 18 months, and am looking at positions £50-55K per year. My UK salary is £35K per year, and with the current financial situation combined with 2 young children things are getting tough. We have a great life living in North Yorkshire, with a 10 minute commute, good friends, and we own a nice 4 bed house which we would be keeping. However we are looking for a change for a few years whilst the children are still young enough. Our socialising currently revolves around school and my rugby club, so I am sure we would have similar options in Dubai.
We are keen on a move to Dubai and are wondering if the salary will be enough to live comfortably?
If not would AD be a better move?
My wife has a background in residential lettings for the last 5 years -is it realistic to expect that she would be able to find part time work in the Dubai market?
Finally can you reccommend any areas suitable for a family (3 bed minimum) with a suitably lively night/daylife? (up to 150,000/ year budget).
Thanks for your help, and maybe we will see you there soon!
Last edited by Ed Pies; Apr 17th 2008 at 11:08 am. Reason: spelling
#2
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Re: Family move to Dubai?
They say that the grass is greener on the other side. If I was in your shoes, I would seriously consider staying put as you seem to be enjoying a very good quality of life over there. North Yorkshire and the United Arab Emirates are completely different animals.
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Re: Family move to Dubai?
We are keen on a move to Dubai and are wondering if the salary will be enough to live comfortably?
If not would AD be a better move?
My wife has a background in residential lettings for the last 5 years -is it realistic to expect that she would be able to find part time work in the Dubai market?
Finally can you reccommend any areas suitable for a family (3 bed minimum) with a suitably lively night/daylife? (up to 150,000/ year budget).
Thanks for your help, and maybe we will see you there soon!
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Re: Family move to Dubai?
For a change in lifestyle for a few years why not..
If you don't, you will only wonder what would have happened if you did.
If you don't, you will only wonder what would have happened if you did.
#6
Re: Family move to Dubai?
Also constructing anything in the UK at the moment is like pushing water uphill, whereas there seems to be many opportunities in Dubai.
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Re: Family move to Dubai?
As usual, the advice is get over here for a week or 2, see if you like the feel of the place, get your CV about and do it.
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Re: Family move to Dubai?
I am considering a move to Dubai as a Senior Architectural Technician / Design Manager, hoping to improve upon my lifestyle in the UK, and have some fun in the process. I have previously worked for Norman Foster and King Sturge, and for the last 5 years I have been managing a medium size commercial practice in Yorkshire, myself specialising in site management, high end interiors, QA compliance as well as being CAD manager.
I am married with children aged 5 and 18 months, and am looking at positions £50-55K per year. My UK salary is £35K per year, and with the current financial situation combined with 2 young children things are getting tough. We have a great life living in North Yorkshire, with a 10 minute commute, good friends, and we own a nice 4 bed house which we would be keeping. However we are looking for a change for a few years whilst the children are still young enough. Our socialising currently revolves around school and my rugby club, so I am sure we would have similar options in Dubai.
We are keen on a move to Dubai and are wondering if the salary will be enough to live comfortably?
If not would AD be a better move?
My wife has a background in residential lettings for the last 5 years -is it realistic to expect that she would be able to find part time work in the Dubai market?Finally can you reccommend any areas suitable for a family (3 bed minimum) with a suitably lively night/daylife? (up to 150,000/ year budget).
Thanks for your help, and maybe we will see you there soon!
I am married with children aged 5 and 18 months, and am looking at positions £50-55K per year. My UK salary is £35K per year, and with the current financial situation combined with 2 young children things are getting tough. We have a great life living in North Yorkshire, with a 10 minute commute, good friends, and we own a nice 4 bed house which we would be keeping. However we are looking for a change for a few years whilst the children are still young enough. Our socialising currently revolves around school and my rugby club, so I am sure we would have similar options in Dubai.
We are keen on a move to Dubai and are wondering if the salary will be enough to live comfortably?
If not would AD be a better move?
My wife has a background in residential lettings for the last 5 years -is it realistic to expect that she would be able to find part time work in the Dubai market?Finally can you reccommend any areas suitable for a family (3 bed minimum) with a suitably lively night/daylife? (up to 150,000/ year budget).
Thanks for your help, and maybe we will see you there soon!
Foster, you will know had a hand in Sadyaat Island- Guggenheim & Louvre.
Good luck
#10
Re: Family move to Dubai?
150k will get you a two bed box on the Springs (no offence AA), you need to look at 200k+ for a decent three bed. Schooling is an issue, it is difficult to get schooling in both AD and DXB. Secure a job first, get a decent package then make your decision.
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Re: Family move to Dubai?
Thanks for the tips.
We are currently in week 1 of what we realistically envisage will take a good 6 months to organise. The total package is what will swing it.
Mrs. Pies has just revealed that she may be able to get a part time position with a major UK company through a family contact, so a combined salary may be on the cards.
Is the school run as bad as everyone says?
We are currently in week 1 of what we realistically envisage will take a good 6 months to organise. The total package is what will swing it.
Mrs. Pies has just revealed that she may be able to get a part time position with a major UK company through a family contact, so a combined salary may be on the cards.
Is the school run as bad as everyone says?
#12
Re: Family move to Dubai?
Thanks for the tips.
We are currently in week 1 of what we realistically envisage will take a good 6 months to organise. The total package is what will swing it.
Mrs. Pies has just revealed that she may be able to get a part time position with a major UK company through a family contact, so a combined salary may be on the cards.
Is the school run as bad as everyone says?
We are currently in week 1 of what we realistically envisage will take a good 6 months to organise. The total package is what will swing it.
Mrs. Pies has just revealed that she may be able to get a part time position with a major UK company through a family contact, so a combined salary may be on the cards.
Is the school run as bad as everyone says?
#13
Re: Family move to Dubai?
'Part time' is a not the norm in AD however LLJ Property are currently advertising for Leasing Agents on a part time/flexi basis.I suspect your good lady will be unimpressed with remuneration though.
Foster, you will know had a hand in Sadyaat Island- Guggenheim & Louvre.
Good luck
Foster, you will know had a hand in Sadyaat Island- Guggenheim & Louvre.
Good luck
#14
Re: Family move to Dubai?
no but you will get her a visa you get job then you get residency visa, then you sponsor her and the kids. She gets a part time number (if she's lucky) and then you give her a no objection letter to work. Her employer gets her a labour card.