The Saudi labor market saw substantial growth in May 2024, as detailed in a comprehensive study released by the National Labor Observatory (NLO). Employment in the private sector reached a total of 11,370,796 workers, reflecting a continuous trend of job creation.
According to the data, there were 9,012,569 expatriates employed in the private sector, including 8,641,249 men and 371,320 women. In addition, 2,358,227 Saudi citizens were employed, comprising 1,386,904 men and 971,323 women. The report highlights that 30,881 Saudi citizens entered the private sector for the first time in May 2024, contributing significantly to the net increase in Saudi employment.
The National Labor Observatory (NLO), established by Royal Decree in 2010, serves as the primary authoritative source for labor market data in Saudi Arabia. It regularly publishes detailed analyses and reports on labor market trends and indicators.
One notable publication is "Overview of the Saudi Labor Market in the Private Sector," which provides a summary of key data and statistics for May 2024.
