Investing in Scotland's financial services industry
We’re delighted to be able to offer your company help and advice as you consider an investment in Scotland.
Scotland provides a low risk investment opportunity and delivers all the benefits that you would expect from a leading financial centre.
Our investor support page has more about how we can help your business invest in Scotland.
A cost-competitive financial services industry
Investment in the Scottish investment industry can deliver significant financial benefits:
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Staffing – competitive salary rates compared to regional and international competitors
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Relocating - costs involved in setting up are considerably lower than many competitors
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Quality - substantial salary and property do not compromise quality
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Flexibility – labour regulations are among the most flexible in Europe
Support for the Scottish financial services sector
Scotland’s strong financial services industry means we are able to provide a full support network to help your investment succeed:
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Contact centres - 86,000 people are employed within 400 contact centres across Scotland
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Shared service centres - global reach as a shared service centre location
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Workforce – Scotland’s labour pool is ideally suited to your financial services company
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Professional support – extensive support network includes 26,000 qualified accountants
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Scottish Financial Enterprise - the representative body for the financial services industry in Scotland, lobbying for, promoting and supporting the industry
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Scotland’s political environment - supports financial services companies and recognises the importance the sector’s contribution to the economy
How we can help your company invest in Scotland