Meet Paul White, Lead for Transnational Opportunities

July has been a busy month at the SCQF Partnership, with two new additions to our team. Find out more about Paul White, who joins us as our new Lead for Transnational Opportunities.

What is your role within the SCQFP?

I am the Lead for Transnational Opportunities, which is a brand new role. I will be seeking out and leading international projects, as well as providing support to other SCQFP Leads in their areas of expertise.

What do you look forward to achieving in your role?

I’m really excited to enhance the international reputation of the SCQF and expand our networks with partners across the globe.

Tell us a bit about your career to date?

Following an undergraduate Law degree and a master’s in International Relations, I joined Skills Development Scotland (SDS) on their graduate scheme in 2019.

I had several different roles during my time at SDS, with my longest involving working on the development of new Scottish apprenticeships. While there, I collaborated with hundreds of apprentices, employers, training providers, qualification experts and industry bodies.

Tell us something interesting about yourself

I once bungee-jumped 111 metres off the Victoria Falls Bridge, which is over the Zambezi River. I would say I enjoyed the view, but I couldn't focus on anything other than the fear!