Abstract
This study focuses on the role of the hybrid work environment and employee well-being and explores the drivers of turnover intention among Gen Z expatriate employees in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The research situated within the rapidly evolving post-pandemic workplace, investigates how hybrid work arrangements determine well-being and influence employees’ intentions to remain with their organisations. Taking from frameworks such as the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) and Conservation of Resources (COR) theories, the study uses a mixed-methods approach to show that hybrid work conditions significantly affect employee well-being, which in turn influences turnover intention among Gen Z expatriates. Supportive organisational practices, work-life balance, and leadership quality further shape these relationships. The study contributes to HRM research by extending understanding of hybrid work dynamics in expatriate contexts and offers practical implications for inclusive and innovative workforce management in the UAE.