Recruitment Relying on expat talent becoming tougher as Saudisation ramps up Higher localisation targets for marketing, sales, engineering, and procurement roles met with stricter job title controls iStock.com/gorodenkoff Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Thursday 05 February 2026 Saudi Arabia is pressing ahead with efforts to increase local labour participation by introducing higher Saudisation requirements for certain roles while restricting occupational classifications fo Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Settlement Support Saudi firms adjust expat pay amid rethink of talent models Pay & Benefits Saudi Arabia to extend retirement security scheme to expats Immigration Saudi Arabia unveils new residency plans in appeal to foreign labour Work Permits Saudi Arabia launches skills-based worker classification system