Work in Scotland
Scotland offers a great place to live, work, and take your career to the next level. Whatever your skills or sector, you could find your next job opportunity right here.
Why work in Scotland?
By choosing to work in Scotland, you'll benefit from:
- Innovative and inventive sectors that make a global impact
- Close industry networks that can help you connect and grow your career
- A high quality of life, with a cost of living that's up to 34% lower than in other UK cities
If you’ve got the talent and skills, our wide range of industries are full of opportunities just waiting for you.
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Living in Scotland
Warm and friendly people, vibrant cities and stunning scenery – these are just some of the reasons that, for centuries, people around the world have chosen to live in Scotland.
You'll also enjoy:
- An inclusive, welcoming society that lets you live a lifestyle that suits you
- Our rich culture and heritage, including festivals, sport, and history
Career opportunities in Scotland
When it comes to planning your next career move, Scotland has something for everyone. We have a variety of sectors in which you can put your skills and experience to good use. Here are some examples of industries where you could find your next role in Scotland.
Critical technologies
With expertise in photonics, quantum, radio, and semiconductors, Scotland combines a proud history of engineering with new, cutting-edge technologies.
Our collaborative community has created an ecosystem where start-ups continue to thrive. In fact, two of the UK’s five new quantum hubs will be based at Scottish universities. Be part of a sector that’s set to shape the future of communications, security, and defence for years to come.
Fintech
Scotland’s fintech sector boasts an international profile, with some of the top expertise in Europe. This makes it the perfect place to broaden your skill set.
Scotland is now home to the fintech operations of some of the world’s biggest financial services companies. With a density of fintech firms around 60% greater than the UK average outside London, Scotland could offer you the opportunity to grow too.
Industrial biotech
A fast-growing sector with enormous potential, industrial biotech aims to find alternatives to fossil fuels. Scotland already leads the way in several industrial biotech markets, including biomaterials, chemicals, and healthcare.
With more and more companies scaling up to create sustainable supply chains, you could find your next role in biotech.
Life sciences (human health)
From developing innovative treatments to manufacturing medicines and diagnostic tools, Scotland's life sciences sector delivers life-saving solutions. Our world-class research attracts 19% of the bioscience funding awarded to UK universities.
With opportunities on offer in future-focused areas like bioinformatics and precision medicine, you could be part of the next medical breakthrough in Scotland.
Space
Scotland is home to the fastest growing space sector in the UK, employing more than 8500 people. In fact, we’re one of the world’s leading manufacturers of small satellites. This sector is brimming with opportunity and world-class capability – making it the ideal place to take your career to the next level.
Discover more careers in Scotland
If you’ve got the skills Scotland needs, we've got the career and job for you – from technology and engineering, to clean heat and more.
Finding the right work visa
By choosing the visa that best fits your needs, you can take control of your ability to work in the UK.
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