Hi,
I am about to complete 1 year of my 2 year contract this is the first job i have had in the UAE upon my arrival. But i must admit i am not happy with the environment the job role or the company work ethic.
A company has approached with an offer to leave my current company offering me more money for the same job with better benefits. They have even gone as far as providing me in writing that they will cover all expenses if my current employer implies any on me if i break the contract.
I am really confused as i heard if you are a first time employee in the UAE you must complete 2 years with you current employer otherwise you face 6 months ban after one year or before 12 months you will recieve 1 year ban.
Now the legal department of the new employer is informing me that i can break the contract after 1 year of service and transfer without an NOC as the company is offering me more for the same job role than my current employer all i have to do is give them 45 days pay (no fussed as new company have provided me with a letter saying they will cover all costs).
I am really confused is this true can i transfer? what is the process and the rule i don't want to face a ban i have a new born child of 6 weeks i cant afford to put my family at risk? but i need the extra income and my current jod is making me depressed and eat away my health.
Would really appreciate some advice.
Thank you all