Logistics Coordinator Salary in UAE 2025 | RFS HR Consultancy
A Logistics Coordinator in the UAE earns a median salary of AED 7,500 per month in 2025. Entry-level professionals earn AED 5,000 per month. Senior Logistics Coordinators at director level earn AED 42,000 per month. All figures reflect actual offer letters from UAE employer placements.
Logistics Coordinator Salary Breakdown by Level — UAE 2025
| Level | Minimum | Median | Maximum | Typical Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Coordinator (0–2 yrs) | AED 5,000 | AED 7,500 | AED 11,000 | 5% |
| Coordinator (2–4 yrs) | AED 9,000 | AED 13,000 | AED 18,000 | 5–10% |
| Senior Coordinator (4–7 yrs) | AED 15,000 | AED 21,000 | AED 28,000 | 10% |
| Logistics Supervisor / Manager | AED 22,000 | AED 30,000 | AED 42,000 | 10–15% |
Key Facts: Logistics Coordinator Salaries in UAE
Logistics Coordinators in UAE handle freight forwarding, customs clearance, and inventory management. Customs clearance certification from Dubai Customs or ADCA adds AED 1,000 to AED 2,500 per month. Bilingual English-Arabic coordinators earn 10 to 15 percent more. JAFZA, DAFZA, and Jebel Ali-based coordinators receive transport and shift allowances in addition to base salary.
UAE Labour Law: Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 sets minimum wage protections for all UAE employees. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) registers every employment contract. The Wage Protection System (WPS) requires employers to pay salaries by the last day of each month. Late payment attracts penalties under Article 54 from AED 1,000 per affected employee.
What a General Counsel does in UAE
A General Counsel in UAE is the most senior in-house lawyer in an organisation, providing legal leadership across all business activities, transactions, disputes, and regulatory matters in the UAE and GCC. You report to the CEO and Board, manage an in-house legal team and external law firm relationships, and advise senior leadership on the legal risks of strategic decisions. Your counsel directly protects the organisation and its leadership from legal exposure across one of the world’s most dynamic regulatory environments.
Key responsibilities
- Lead all legal matters across the organisation’s UAE and GCC operations including contracts, M&A, litigation, and regulatory
- Manage and develop the in-house legal team in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
- Advise the CEO and Board on legal risks of major strategic decisions and transactions
- Manage external law firm relationships and legal spend budgets across UAE, Saudi Arabia, and international jurisdictions
- Oversee all major contracts including joint venture agreements, financing, and commercial agreements
- Lead legal due diligence and documentation for M&A transactions in UAE and GCC
- Manage all UAE litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters
- Ensure the organisation’s corporate governance meets UAE Companies Law, DIFC, or ADGM requirements
- Advise on employment law, regulatory compliance, and government authority interactions
- Serve as Company Secretary for board resolutions, AGM, and statutory filing requirements
Qualifications required
- LLB or LLM from a recognised institution
- 12 to 18 years of legal experience with at least 4 years as General Counsel or Senior Legal Director in UAE or GCC
- Admission to practice in UAE, DIFC, ADGM, or a recognised common law jurisdiction
- Demonstrated experience advising Boards on UAE corporate law, M&A, and regulatory matters
- Deep knowledge of UAE Federal Companies Law, DIFC/ADGM regulations, and UAE employment law
- Bilingual Arabic and English legal drafting and advisory skills preferred
- Board-level communication and legal risk management experience
- Experience managing large external law firm relationships and legal budgets in UAE
General Counsel salary by employer type in UAE
| Employer type | Annual salary (AED) |
|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi sovereign fund or government entity | 900,000–1,600,000 |
| UAE-listed company (DFM, ADX) or multinational | 800,000–1,400,000 |
| DIFC or ADGM-licensed financial institution | 750,000–1,350,000 |
| Large UAE private group or family business | 550,000–1,000,000 |
Contract terms for this role in UAE
General Counsel roles in UAE carry a 3 to 6 month notice period, with Board secretary obligations sometimes requiring longer transition periods. Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 governs your end-of-service gratuity at 21 days basic salary per year for the first five years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Logistics Coordinator earn in UAE 2025?
Logistics Coordinators in UAE earn AED 7,500 to AED 28,000 per month in 2025. Senior Coordinators with customs clearance expertise earn AED 21,000 to AED 28,000. Entry-level coordinators earn AED 5,000 to AED 11,000.
Do customs clearance skills increase Logistics Coordinator salary in UAE?
Customs clearance certification from Dubai Customs or ADCA increases Logistics Coordinator salary by AED 1,000 to AED 2,500 per month. Import-export documentation expertise is required for 80 percent of UAE freight forwarding coordinator roles.
What software skills are required for Logistics Coordinators in UAE?
SAP TM, Oracle TMS, Cargowise, and Excel are the most requested software skills for Logistics Coordinator roles in UAE. Companies using Cargowise in JAFZA and Dubai South logistics clusters specifically require Cargowise certification.
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Logistics Coordinator Salary by Emirate — UAE 2025
| Emirate | Salary Range (AED/month) | vs Dubai | Key Employers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | AED 8,000 – 15,000 | Base | Freight forwarders, JAFZA companies, e-commerce firms |
| Abu Dhabi | AED 8,000 – 16,000 | +5–8% | AD Ports, KIZAD companies, government logistics |
| Sharjah | AED 7,000 – 13,000 | -10–15% | Hamriyah FZ, Sharjah Airport Free Zone companies |
Source: Michael Page UAE Salary Guide 2026, Indeed UAE 2025. All figures tax-free.
Sector note: Customs clearance knowledge (Dubai Customs portal) adds value. Bilingual Arabic/English coordinators command 10–15% premium.
UAE Market Data — Logistics Coordinator 2025
Salary Range (AED/month)
AED 8,000 – 15,000
Tax-free. Source: Michael Page UAE 2026, Indeed UAE 2025
Seniority Level
Specialist
Required Certifications (UAE Market)
APICS / relevant logistics diploma.
UAE-Specific Regulatory Skills
UAE Customs clearance procedures, WPS compliance, Dubai Customs portal, Free Zone logistics regulations.
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