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Adecco KSA Market Pulse | April 2026 Edition Saudi Arabia’s labor market is moving fast and the signals are clear for employers and talent leaders alike. Entrepreneurship on the Rise Saudi Arabia reached 1.89 million business registrations, with 71,000 new businesses added in Q1 alone. Real estate brokerage surged 18% (55,482), while tourism activities grew an impressive 32% (11,531) clear indicators of sector-led momentum. Know More - https://lnkd.in/ds-f7bfG Marketing & Sales, the 60% Leap Saudization in marketing and sales is set to rise from 30% to 60%, impacting firms with 3+ employees. With a SAR 5,500 GOSI minimum and an April 19, 2026 deadline, non-compliance risks freezing key MHRSD services. Know More - https://lnkd.in/detanBar Engineering & Procurement: Tightening Timelines Engineering targets 30% Saudization for firms with 5+ engineers by June 30, 2026, while procurement jumps to 70% for teams with 3+ employees by May 31. The compliance window is tightening fast. Know More: https://lnkd.in/duqpNFmc Nitaqat 2026 – The 340,000 Job Push MHRSD plans to localize 340,000+ jobs over three years, aligning with Vision 2030. Hiring strategies, budgets, and workforce planning are set for a major reset. Know More: https://lnkd.in/dEHwf8wR The 2026 Job Market Paradox 82% of professionals are satisfied, yet 73% plan to switch roles. While AI is accelerating hiring, most recruiters feel unprepared and finding quota-ready talent remains a key challenge. Know More https://lnkd.in/d3saQQrf Stay ahead of Saudi Arabia’s evolving workforce landscape Subscribe to our newsletter for timely insights and actionable trends: https://lnkd.in/d28FfT9S #Adecco #AdeccoSaudiArabia #KSAMarketPulse2026