
Welcome to Scottish Financial Enterprise
We are the representative body for Scotland's financial services industry
On behalf of our members, we advocate for a stronger, more inclusive and sustainable financial and related professional services industry that can play its part in solving the big challenges of our time, both locally and globally. Explore our website to find out more about us, our members and the financial services industry in Scotland
Why join us?
Scottish Financial Enterprise are the recognised voice of the financial services industry in Scotland
Membership gives you the opportunity to have your voice heard on the topics that matter to you and your business.



About Scottish Financial Enterprise
Scottish Financial Enterprise is the representative body for Scotland's financial services industry
Latest News
The Independent Investment Management Initiative (IIMI) and Scottish Financial Enterprise (SFE) have announced that they have joined forces to expand SFE’s representation of Scotland-based boutiques, enabling these firms to contribute directly to the implementation of SFE’s asset management strategy. The collaboration marks a significant milestone, strengthening the voice of independent investment managers in Scotland’s financial ecosystem.
This summer, Scottish Financial Enterprise was pleased to host Maya Abadan for a week long internship as part of our commitment to nurturing future talent in Scotland’s financial and professional services sector.
As part of Maya’s internship with SFE, she wrote a short blog reflecting on her experience. You can read it here.
Scotland’s financial services sector could boost GVA by 21% and create 16,000 new jobs by 2028, according to new research from EY.
The report highlights Scotland’s strengths in talent, innovation, and cost competitiveness but also outlines key barriers to growth, including high personal tax, limited R&D support, and challenges surrounding attracting top-tier international talent.
In a world where career paths often seem linear, our latest case study features an inspiring journey that defies expectations. Amanda Byrne, an Associate at BNP Paribas, whose initial aspirations lay far from the financial sector – in nursing, to be precise. It was a pivotal Career Ready internship that unexpectedly ignited a passion for finance, revealing a hidden talent and a profound sense of belonging. Read Amanda’s story here.

Upcoming Events
We’re excited to be hosting an event alongside our 2025 Charity Partner, Maggie’s Centres as we welcome Samantha Lea, Centre Fundraising Manager at Maggie’s Edinburgh, who will share more about the charity’s incredible work and how our members can get involved.
Join SFE Young Professionals for a conversation with Louisa Knox, partner at Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP. With over 30 years in pensions law and leadership in ESG and net zero initiatives, Louisa will share insights from her career journey and the advice she values most.















































































































