Here, The National has explored the reasons this is done, whether it is fair to job applicants, and if there are different ways of achieving the same outcome.
Some recruiters argued forcing an individual to reveal salary information could damage a brand, promote bad company culture and put good candidates off taking a role. “ is not prohibited by law, but in addition, it is not a legal requirement for the candidate to present proof of previous salary either,” he said. Dr Hassan Elhais, a legal consultant with Al Rowaad Advocates, said there is no written legislation to support either argument.