Strengths of the asset servicing industry in Scotland

Scotland’s asset servicing strengths quickly gained recognition and the country has become an important base for major international organisations.

Around £650 billion in funds are directly managed in Scotland with almost 4000 people employed by the industry in Scotland.

Scotland’s asset servicing industry has expertise in a variety of areas, including:

  • Custody 
  • Securities servicing 
  • Investment accounting 
  • Performance measurement 
  • Trustee administration 
  • Shareholder services 
  • Compliance 
  • Client management 
  • Retail fund administration

Supporting the asset servicing sector

Scotland’s vibrant financial services industry provides a comprehensive support network for the asset servicing industry:

  • Experience - Scotland’s proud tradition in financial services and asset servicing continues in today’s vibrant industry
  • Support - an established community of professionals and organisations offering advice and services