FUSE is the official training and recruitment partner for St James Quarter and the wider Essential Edinburgh BID area, delivered in collaboration with Capital City Partnership and St James Quarter.
The service was established to support retail, hospitality and leisure businesses by providing tailored recruitment solutions and access to training and development opportunities. FUSE also works directly with individuals, helping them find meaningful employment, build new skills and take the next step in their career.
FUSE supports businesses across the city centre by offering practical help with recruitment and staff development. With ongoing support and investment from Capital City Partnership and St James Quarter, organisations have access to FUSE’s services at no cost.
The FUSE team provides strong support through a well-connected ecosystem within Capital City Partnership. We collaborate with Recruitment and Skills Centres, Vocational Training Frameworks, the Department for Work and Pensions, Developing the Young Workforce, and various community organisations, colleges, and universities. Whether you’re seeking employment or expanding your business, we provide a comprehensive, one-stop resource to help you succeed.
As part of the city’s employment strategy, FUSE provides free support to complement existing recruitment efforts and offers the same level of free, tailored support to candidates looking for work.
FUSE works directly with businesses to reduce recruitment gaps and strengthen teams. Services include:
FUSE helps individuals at all stages of their employment journey access opportunities in Edinburgh’s retail and hospitality sectors. Services are entirely free and include:
To speak with the team, contact hello@edinburghfuse.com
