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Information Technology (IT) Director

Average Experienced Information Technology (IT) Director Salary in United Arab Emirates

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AED 414,561
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AED)
10%
AED 30k
MEDIAN
AED 415k
90%
AED 718k

The average salary for an Information Technology (IT) Director is AED 414,561 in 2025

Base Salary
AED 30k - AED 718k
Bonus
AED 16k - AED 375k
Profit Sharing
AED 0 - AED 154k
Total Pay
AED 30k - AED 773k
Based on 41 salary profiles (last updated Feb 17 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Information Technology (IT) Director

Medical
95%
Dental
26%
Vision
26%
None
5%

Gender Breakdown for Information Technology (IT) Directors

Male
90.9%
Female
9.1%
This data is based on 22 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 718k / 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 30k / 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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