The long list of job opportunities in Scotland ranges from the medical, teaching and legal professions, to senior executive positions in large companies as well as positions in the hospitality industry.  

 

The banking, insurance and finance sector is well established and Edinburgh is now ranked as Europe's sixth largest equity management centre. The Royal Bank of Scotland, from its Edinburgh headquarters, is one of the world's most profitable companies.

Oil and gas, discovered in the North Sea during the 1960s, transformed Scotland’s industrial base and continues to create wealth and jobs. The city of Aberdeen is the offshore oil capital of Europe, and the international oil industry looks to Scotland for technical innovation and guaranteed skills.

There are many electronics and software firms in central Scotland around Edinburgh and Glasgow. Seven of the top 10 computer manufacturers have offices in Scotland.

Applied science is also a growing area. 

 

Further Information:

If you need further information or advice please contact the Scottish Executive Relocation Advisory Service.

 

Courtesy of Scottish Government - Scotland.org .