Executive search and recruitment in Qatar
Leadership and specialist hiring in Doha for government-linked entities, family groups, banks and technology partners.
Speak to our teamQatar is a small market with big ambitions. National Vision 2030 programmes, a strong banking sector and continued investment in digital government mean demand for senior technology, transformation and finance leaders is steady, and the pool of proven people inside the country is small.
That makes Qatar hiring a relationship game. Most strong candidates are already employed, often in Doha, Riyadh or Dubai, and will only move for the right role and the right conversation. We run those conversations in Arabic and English.
Who we hire for in Qatar
We work with organisations that need senior people who can deliver in a Qatari context:
- Government-linked entities and semi-government bodies
- Banks, insurers and financial institutions
- Family-owned groups and holding companies
- SAP, ServiceNow, Microsoft and cloud partners serving Qatar
- Energy, real estate and infrastructure businesses
- International firms opening or growing a Doha office
Roles we recruit in Qatar
Knowing the Qatar market
Qatarisation shapes the plan
Many roles have national talent targets. We map Qatari professionals alongside international candidates from the start.
The best people are already here
Strong candidates are often already in Doha or elsewhere in the GCC. Relocation from outside the region is a second option, not the first.
Trust moves faster than job ads
Senior Qatar hires are made through referrals and direct approaches. Advertised roles rarely reach the right people.
Packages need careful framing
Housing, schooling and allowances are central to any move to Doha. We help structure offers that land.
How we run a search
- BriefWe agree what success looks like in the first 12 months, not just the job title.
- MapWe map who does this job well today in Qatar and the wider Gulf, and what would make them move.
- ApproachDirect, discreet conversations. No mass messages, no CV databases.
- ShortlistA short list of tested candidates, with our honest view on each one.
Ameera is someone who adds value from the very first interaction, and her commitment to helping candidates succeed is clear in every step she takes. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a recruiter who truly listens, understands the market, and supports you with integrity and dedication.
Led by Ameera Marshall, Founder & CEO
Ameera Talent Solutions is led by founder and CEO Ameera Marshall. Bilingual in Arabic and English, Ameera works with hiring leaders across the Middle East, UK, Europe and US, and is closely involved in every search.
Frequently asked questions
Do you recruit Qatari nationals?
Yes. We map Qatari talent for leadership and specialist roles and present national and international candidates side by side.
Can you relocate candidates to Doha?
Yes. We recruit from across the GCC, Egypt, the UK and Europe, and help with the conversation around relocation and packages.
Which sectors do you cover in Qatar?
Technology, digital government, banking, energy, real estate and family groups, with a focus on leadership and specialist roles.
Do you work in Arabic?
Yes. Ameera is bilingual in Arabic and English and runs conversations in both.
Speak with our team about hiring in Qatar
Tell us about the role and the timeline. We will come back with an honest view of the market and who is out there.
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Get in touch
Whether you are hiring or thinking about your next move, we would like to hear from you.
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