A job in Scotland is yours for the taking!

The economy of Scotland is naturally closely linked with that of the rest of the United Kingdom, particularly since the currency of Scotland is the British pound sterling and the Bank of England is responsible for the monetary policy of the UK as a whole. Similar to many European countries, Scotland's economy developed around traditional heavy industries, such as ship-building, steel industries and coal-mining, and later on, through the petroleum related industries.

However, the economy of Scotland is now more reliant on services industries. Edinburgh is one of the largest financial centres in Europe and there are a number of international financial institutions based there, such as Lloyds Banking Group and Standard Life. Banking, fund management and insurance are all important sectors. The majority of Scotland's exports are products of manufacturing, with electronic goods, textiles and whiskey being the most significant. Tourism is another key industry, with some of Britain's most beautiful natural sights and scenery being located in Scotland.

There are plenty of employment agencies with branches all around Scotland, both international and locally-based agencies. Try a general jobs website, if you're just starting off, such as Scottish Jobs, S1 jobs, Scot Careers, and Monsters Scotland. Certain websites and agencies are dedicated to certain sectors. For local government jobs, check out the My Job Scotland website. Approach agencies directly to get the best service from them, including advice and the up-to-date position on the job market.

We wish you luck on your job hunt in Scotland.