Our advice for employers section makes it easier for you to bring the best international talent to live and work in Scotland, whether it's finding a recruitment agency to work with or getting help from a relocation consultant.

Student placements and internships

Scottish universities’ MBA and MSc courses play host to some of the country’s brightest minds and students are often available for short or long-term company placements, offering a high-quality, low-cost resource for a range of business projects.

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Employer Recruitment Incentive

Supported by the Scottish Government and European Social Fund, the Employer Recruitment Incentive aims to help small businesses expand their workforce and access financial support.

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Recruitment Companies

See our list of recruitment companies who can help you attract the best candidates for your vacancy.

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Relocation Companies

Find a relocation company who can help your new recruits get off to the best possible start in Scotland.

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Online recruitment best practice

Steve White, General Manager, for TMP Worldwide in Scotland has more than thirty years experience in advertising, branding and recruitment. He talks to TalentScotland about online recruitment best practice.

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2010 Perceptions Survey

A record two in three job seekers is considering moving to Scotland for work, according to the latest survey from TalentScotland.

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Association Of Graduate Careers Advisory Services

The Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services website includes guidance and labour market information.You will also find information on recruitment methods.

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Checking international qualifications

UK NARIC helps organisations understand more about qualifications from overseas and their recognition.

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Skills Development Scotland

The Skills Development website includes guidance for learning and development.You will also find information on funding for employers, and details of information seminars.

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The Workplace Experience Programme for International Students

The Workplace Experience Programme for International Students aims to develop a range of opportunities enabling international students to engage with the workplace in Scotland.

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Diversity in recruitment

We support diversity in recruitment because it provides organisations with important benefits: people, profit and profile.

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