An “unprecedented” shortage of skilled labour will be the defining issue of the coming year, according to a new report on Scotland’s financial services sector.
The struggle to meet staff expectations is symptomatic of a jobs market whereby employees still hold the balance of power, despite the country’s economic woes, states the eighth annual Industry Trends and Salary Guide from Edinburgh-based recruitment firm Core-Asset Consulting.
The industry analysis also argues that decreased reliance on face-to-face work means that firms in Scotland must compete with London and other financial hubs for available talent.
