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Information Technology (IT) Director

Average Late-Career Information Technology (IT) Director Salary in United Arab Emirates

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AED 507,025
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AED)
10%
AED 108k
MEDIAN
AED 507k
90%
AED 858k

The average salary for an Information Technology (IT) Director is AED 507,025 in 2025

Base Salary
AED 108k - AED 858k
Bonus
AED 20k - AED 220k
Total Pay
AED 127k - AED 1m
Based on 26 salary profiles (last updated May 23 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Information Technology (IT) Director

Medical
100%
Dental
38%
Vision
38%

Gender Breakdown for Information Technology (IT) Directors

Male
91.7%
Female
8.3%
This data is based on 12 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Information Technology (IT) Directors

What is the highest pay for Information Technology (IT) Directors in Dubai?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Information Technology (IT) Director in Dubai is AED 858k / year

What is the lowest pay for Information Technology (IT) Directors in Dubai?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Information Technology (IT) Director in Dubai is AED 108k / year

How can Information Technology (IT) Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Information Technology (IT) Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Information Technology (IT) Director that oversees more junior Information Technology (IT) Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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