Executive search and recruitment in Edinburgh
Financial services, technology and data leadership hiring for businesses in Edinburgh, Glasgow and across Scotland.
Speak to our teamEdinburgh is one of Europe’s major financial centres, home to banks, insurers, pension providers and asset managers, alongside a strong data, AI and software scene built around its universities. Glasgow adds major financial services operations, engineering and a growing technology sector.
Scotland’s talent pool is loyal and well connected. The best people are rarely looking, and often know each other. That makes discretion and a well-run approach essential.
Who we hire for in Edinburgh
We hire for:
- Banks, insurers, pension providers and asset managers
- Fintech and software businesses
- Data, AI and research-led technology firms
- Energy and renewables businesses
- ServiceNow, Microsoft and cloud partners
- Public sector and regulated organisations
Roles we recruit in Edinburgh
Knowing the Edinburgh market
Financial services sets the pace
Banks and asset managers compete hard for technology, data and risk leaders, and set salary expectations.
A small, connected market
Senior people know each other. Discreet, careful approaches protect your reputation and theirs.
Edinburgh and Glasgow work as one
With hybrid working, the two cities share a talent pool. We search across both.
Relocation needs a real story
Moving someone to Scotland from London or abroad works when the role and lifestyle case is clear.
How we run a search
- BriefWe agree what success looks like in the first 12 months, not just the job title.
- MapWe map who does this job well today in Edinburgh, Glasgow and the wider UK, and what would make them move.
- ApproachDirect, discreet conversations. No mass messages, no CV databases.
- ShortlistA short list of tested candidates, with our honest view on each one.
Ameera is a professional and passionate recruitment consultant. She takes time to connect with her candidates. She has a lot of experience in finding the perfect match for international organizations. At her company they use fantastic AI tools to strengthen the recruitment process. She brings sympathy and high energy to the table and even responded to my messages during the weekend.
Led by Ameera Marshall, Founder & CEO
Ameera Talent Solutions is led by founder and CEO Ameera Marshall. Bilingual in Arabic and English, Ameera works with hiring leaders across the Middle East, UK, Europe and US, and is closely involved in every search.
Frequently asked questions
Do you cover Glasgow as well?
Yes. We cover Edinburgh, Glasgow and the rest of Scotland, including hybrid roles.
Do you recruit for financial services?
Yes. See our banking and financial services and insurance practices.
Which roles do you focus on?
Leadership and specialist roles in technology, data, risk, finance and transformation. We do not do volume hiring.
Can you relocate candidates to Scotland?
Yes. We recruit from across the UK and Europe and help with the relocation conversation.
Speak with our team about hiring in Edinburgh
Tell us about the role and the timeline. We will come back with an honest view of the market and who is out there.
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Get in touch
Whether you are hiring or thinking about your next move, we would like to hear from you.
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+44 1206 258587