Curiosity is the desire to learn or know more about something, driven by a sense of wonder and the need to explore new ideas. It involves asking questions, seeking out new experiences, and actively pursuing knowledge. In a fast-evolving world, curiosity fuels continuous learning and innovation, making it a vital skill in the financial services sector.
Skills Development Scotland identifies Curiosity as one of the Innovation skills. Find out more about ‘Skills 4.0 – A skills model to drive Scotland’s future’ .
An AI Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating the risks associated with implementing AI technologies in financial… read more
Are you intrigued by protecting financial data and ensuring the security of digital transactions? As cyber threats evolve, financial institutions… read more
Data scientists focus on turning raw data into useful information. Their role involves handling vast, often unstructured datasets to uncover… read more
An Environmental Risk Manager identifies, assesses, and mitigates environmental risks associated with a company’s financial activities and investments. This role… read more
Financial crime teams help prevent financial crime by analysing financial data and detecting instances of financial wrongdoing. Their responsibilities may… read more
Are you passionate about designing secure IT frameworks? As cyber threats evolve, financial institutions need skilled Security Architects to develop… read more
Software development / engineering is all about designing, developing and maintaining digital tools. This can be anything from a mobile… read more
Sustainability / ESG consultants provide strategic advice on integrating ESG factors (environmental, social, governance) into business operations and investments. They… read more
Organisations require data teams to manage and oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of ESG data. They develop models to… read more
Whether you’re just starting out, or as you develop further in your career, it’s very important that you continue to learn and develop your skills. Developing knowledge and skills will help boost your confidence, pursue new opportunities and have an exciting and rewarding career journey.
The skills demand and trends in our sector.
Develop your skills with shorter courses and training.
Study in Scotland’s most outstanding colleges and universities.
Develop an understanding of sustainability and climate-related challenges.
