At Scottish Development International (SDI) we’re all about discovery: helping ambitious businesses like yours discover an exciting new chapter in Scotland.
We’re here to help you discover new business opportunities, markets, ventures and people.
And, most importantly, a pathway to success.
How about discovering more about your business you never dreamed possible?
From tech to fintech to chemical science and digital technology, we’ve helped over 5135 inward investors to realise their ambitions in Scotland.
We’ll connect you with the right people.
In the right place.
And at the right time.
Why choose Scotland?
• We’ve attracted the most foreign direct investment in the UK after London for six years in a row
• Global firms like Amazon, Blackrock, HERO BPO, Intelenet, Mitsubishi, SKNL and United Spirits have chosen to set up in Scotland's growing fintech sector, with Edinburgh rated as a top five global fintech centre (Raconteur.net)
• Scotland, especially Edinburgh, has been named as the best European place to start a tech business (European Business Magazine)
• With office costs up to 40% lower than London, Scotland is a low-cost, complementary location to the UK capital
We can help you to:
• Find the right location here
• Finance capital investment, innovation and research and development
• Identify the skills and talent you need
• Train and develop staff
• Improve manufacturing and energy efficiency
• Develop leadership skills
And we’ll provide long-term support to help your business settle, expand and thrive.
Discover Scotland.
Discover SDI.
We’re here and now.
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Browse and apply for open jobs at Scottish Development International.
Data Protection Manager at Social Security Scotland overseeing data protection and governance. Leading initiatives to ensure compliance, public trust, and stakeholder collaboration within the team.
Client Support Advisor role supporting clients face - to - face in the Highlands Local Authority area. Helping clients understand their benefits with a focus on dignity, fairness, and respect.
Test Manager overseeing quality assurance and leading testing practices at Social Security Scotland. Engaging with agile squads, project managers, and stakeholders for comprehensive test coverage.
Lead Internal Audit for the Scottish Government and 25 public sector organisations. Deliver high - impact independent assurance and advisory services while managing audit teams.
Service Manager leading proactivity in data across Social Security Scotland and the wider public sector. Overseeing delivery teams for strategic data - driven solutions aligned with organizational goals.
Senior Procurement Manager leading the procurement of national utilities frameworks for the Scottish Government. Focus on renewable energy contracts and sustainability initiatives.
