I interviewed for a consulting/implementation role and found a significant mismatch between expectations and compensation. The salary offered was far below market standards in Dubai, especially considering the responsibilities discussed, such as relocation, full-time office presence once operations normalize, and potential client site visits without clarity on travel support. A large part of the discussion focused on personal topics like long-term and family planning, including repeated questioning, which felt unnecessary and not relevant to the role. There were also concerns raised about handling regional clients despite prior experience working with international clients, which seemed inconsistent given the nature of consulting roles. Additionally, there appeared to be an expectation of long-term commitment without corresponding alignment in compensation, growth, or flexibility. Overall, candidates should carefully evaluate the role, expectations, and compensation before proceeding.