Salary Guide 2026

Alchemy Search is a specialist recruitment partner focused on finance, accounting, tax, and corporate treasury across the UAE and wider Middle East. We work closely with high-growth businesses, multinational organisations, and leading regional groups to connect them with professionals who can drive performance, manage risk, and support long-term strategic objectives. With a strong presence in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, we are deeply embedded in the market and bring a nuanced understanding of the factors influencing hiring decisions across the region. The salary benchmarks presented in this guide are informed by our direct market engagement, including completed placements, active search mandates, and ongoing dialogue with senior finance professionals and business leaders. This enables us to provide a current and credible view of compensation trends, grounded in real hiring activity and reflective of prevailing market conditions.