Clarify the basics before agreeing: who pays you, whose policies apply, how long it lasts, and what happens at the end. A secondment can be a strong development move and adds valuable, named experience to your CV, but get the return arrangement in writing so you are not left in limbo when it ends. Visa and sponsorship handling varies, so confirm how yours is managed. How to present varied experience: UAE CV format guide.
Secondment
A secondment is a temporary assignment where you work for another company, group entity, or project while remaining employed by your original employer. Common in Gulf groups, joint ventures, and large projects, it lets you gain experience elsewhere without resigning, with your home contract, visa, and benefits usually staying in place.
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Adil Dahmani
Adil Dahmani is the founder of Yalliq, the AI career copilot for Arabic-speaking professionals across MENA.