Industry Insight - Change & Opportunity
Understand Scotland’s industries, where to find information on Scotland’s labour market and use this in your work.
Hear from sector and industry representatives on their experience in the world of work and understand how this can be applied for the benefit of you and those you work with.
Construction & the Built Environment
While traditional roles remain important, new and emerging roles in areas like green construction and technological innovation offer diverse opportunities.
Life & Chemical Sciences
With a strong focus on innovative research and manufacture, Scotland has particular strengths in Pharmaceutical services, Industrial Biotechnology, Digital Health, Medtech, Animal health, Aquaculture and Agritech.
Tourism & Hospitality
The National Tourism Strategy, Scotland Outlook 2030, sets out a vision for Scotland to become “the world leader in 21st century tourism”.
Forestry
Work is underway to expand Scotland’s forests with more people needed in everything from hands on planting, specialist crafts like fencing, machine operators for felling, through to roles in environmental science, data and economics.
Financial Services & FinTech
Scotland also has a thriving Financial Technology sector, working to position Scotland as a global leader in FinTech, Green Finance and Environmental, Social & Governance.
Engineering
From space exploration to agricultural, engineers use science and maths to design, manufacture, maintain and repair everything from computer chips to aircraft carriers.
Contact the Education Team
Contact the Education team to discuss your requirements and how we can support you in your ambitions around career education.
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