Work
The Scottish Borders is a vibrant and inspiring place to work. From traditional industries to progressive, modern businesses, the spirit of enterprise, creativity and innovation is strong across the area. The Scottish Borders therefore offers a myriad of opportunities for people who want to reach their full potential at work.
Further Information
Scottish Borders Council
Provides a range of services including statutory requirements, community & education services and information provision
http://www.scotborders.gov.uk/Berwickshire Association of Voluntary Service
Supports, advises and provides services to local voluntary groups
http://www.onlineborders.org.uk/site/microsites/bavsBorders Construction Industry Forum
Promotion of and support to the construction industry development and staff training
http://www.bcif.org.uk/Borders Food Network
Borders Food Network, "Taste the Scottish Borders"
http://www.bordersfoodnetwork.co.uk/Borders Forest Trust
Conservation, restoration and management of native woodlands and other natural habitat
http://www.bordersforesttrust.org/Borders Foundation for Rural Sustainability
Organisation of land managers who have a collective expertise in rural and land-use diversification
http://www.bfrs.org.uk/Bordersworks
Business and lifestyle portal featuring business, occupations, jobs and lifestyle information
http://www.bordersworks.co.uk/Careers Scotland
Careers information, advice or guidance
http://www.careers-scotland.org.uk/Federation of Small Businesses
Britain's largest small business organisation
http://www.fsb.org.uk/Forestry Commission Scotland
Protection and expansion of Britain's forests and woodlands
www.forestry.gov.uk/scotlandJob Centre Plus
Support and advice on jobs and training
http://www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk/National Farmers Union Scotland
Scotland's lead agricultural organisation representing 10,000 farmers, crofters and growers across Scotland
http://www.nfus.org.uk/Scottish Borders Arts and Crafts
Directory of traditional craftwork, contemporary sculpture, imaginative artwork and original giftware
http://www.scottishbordersartsandcrafts.co.uk/Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce
Organisation promoting the interests of its members and the economic well being of the Scottish Borders.
http://www.borderschamber.org.uk/Scottish Borders Export Club
Independent group of business people involved with or interested in exporting
http://www.borders-export.co.uk/Scottish Borders Food & Drink Forum
The aim of the local forum is to deliver targeted activity in an environment which stimulates discussion and networking amongst the local Food & Drink industry.
http://www.scottishfoodanddrink.com/Scottish Borders Social Enterprise Chamber
A collective voice and focal point for the development of social enterprise in the Scottish Borders
http://www.sbsec.org.uk/Scottish Borders Tourism Business Forum
Improving the standards within the Scottish Borders tourism industry by the continued development of its people and their skills
http://www.tourismforum-borders.co.uk/Scottish Cashmere Club
Promotion of the Scottish cashmere industry
www.cashmeremadeinscotland.com/Scottish Rural Property and Business Association
Represents the role and interests of those involved with rural property and businesses connected with the land
http://www.srpba.com/Scottish Textiles
Promotion of Scottish Borders textile & knitwear companies
http://www.scottishtextiles.com/The Bridge
Provides community and voluntary support in the Scottish Borders
http://www.onlineborders.org.uk/site/microsites/bridgeVolunteer Centre Borders
Volunteer Centre Borders provides access to hundreds of opportunities and comprehensive resources for organisations.
http://www.vcborders.org.uk/Youth Borders
Training and capacity building the voluntary youth work sector in the Scottish Borders
http://www.youthborders.org.uk/