Inspire the Future Financial Workforce

Do you work in financial services? If so, you could help shape the nation’s next batch of finance professionals.

As a key sector in Scotland with thousands of estimated job openings over the next 10 years, getting involved in DYW gives you the opportunity to influence how young people are preparing for work in your sector.

How to Get Involved

Scotland’s financial services industry offers a wide range of career opportunities. We know it’s not  just accountancy or financial advisor roles, but do young people?
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Whether you have an hour, a day or longer, are activities to suit all businesses and organisations. For more general information on class talks, skills sessions, work placements (including Foundation Apprenticeships) and more, check out the 'Get Started' guides available from the DYW Employer Hub. 

Additional Resources

Explore established financial services programmes delivered by DYW partners:

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  Get Into Finance
  Created by Scottish Financial Enterprise, Get Into Finance aims to encourage young people to consider and explore financial services as an employment option.

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  Future Asset
  Inspire girls to pursue a career in investment and lead the way in increasing diversity across the sector; get involved though mentoring, awareness raising and events.

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  Investment 20/20
  Engage and inspire  a pipeline of future talent  to consider a career in investment by getting involved in  workshops, masterclasses, and their paid trainee programme.

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Find out More

Visit the DYW Employer Hub for more information on how to get involved. If you have already organised an activity, or know what you would like to do, why not post on Marketplace to connect with schools and colleges across Scotland? If you're looking for a way to support the future workforce long-term, you may also wish to consider taking on a Foundation Apprentice!

Employer Hub

Marketplace

Foundation Apprenticeships

More from DYW

Read the latest DYW news and find opportunities to develop through employer events and training sessions. Discover how you can bring a subject to life through DYW's national programmes, or visit the Digital Resource Hub to explore platforms that can support in connecting with young people in education.