It's all relative...
Hey, this job might actually work for some people and not others. Have you considered that? Some people desire to live in an over-built desert. Some people aspire to long-haul flying. Some people want widebody flying (and EK guarantees it). Some people want to see the world beyond Western Europe. Why wait for 25 years to fly left seat at BA? Some people don't have families to tug along to the desert - they are more flexible with their living arrangements and requirements. How many Indian blokes would trade their left teste for a job at EK? It's all relative mates - and EK know it.
Everyone is so negative about EK on this board. Sure, it sounds like they will jerk you around and over-work you at EK. You should understand that before you start - you will work very, very hard at EK and you will be exhausted. If you cannot understand the fact that you live in another country and you agree to abide by local rules, then don't go there. Stay in the UK or Germany. If you did not do your due diligence and thoroughly vet the place before going, then it is your own fault. Get the facts before you agree to go - that way you will set your expectations and not be so disappointed if it becomes a difficult job. If your spouse doesn't want to leave Ireland, then don't expect her to love Dubai. Think before you sign on the dotted line.
Point is, if you are unbound by obligations and you want some adventure (and you don't want to fly LCC in Europe for the rest of your bloody career), maybe EK should be a consideration. But consider the pros and cons and get the facts. Who knows, maybe after a few years you'll actully like flying the A380 worldwide.