The End of Employer Control?

The End of Employer Control?

From Morning Drive by Mira Business FM

May 7, 2026 · 48 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the changing dynamics of recruitment in the Middle East with a focus on candidate behaviour and brand authenticity.

David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, joins Tim Elliott to scrutinise the shifting power balance in Middle East recruitment. As candidate behaviours undergo a radical transformation, this episode analyses the critical need for brand authenticity and the evolving strategies required to secure top-tier talent in an increasingly competitive market. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

People in this episode

Host: Tim Elliott

Guest: David Mackenzie

Topics covered

  • Middle East recruitment
  • candidate behaviour
  • brand authenticity
  • talent acquisition
  • competitive market

Keywords

  • recruitment
  • Middle East
  • candidate behaviour
  • brand authenticity
  • talent acquisition
  • competitive market

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Organizations: Mackenzie Jones Middle East

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