Finding the right job or making that switch to another career can often be daunting, which is why we have pulled together a list of some of the best-paying jobs in the Scottish Borders. 

Whether you are looking for a hard day's graft working outdoors or are wanting to help others, there are loads of well-paying jobs in the area. 

To make that job hunt easier, we have included everything from deadline information, salary ranges, and different career types in one handy list! 

6 – Pensions Administrator  

Work for Scotland’s Public Pensions Agency, managing the pensions of essential workers in the NHS, Police Service and many other public services. 

Employer: Scottish Government  

Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 

Deadline: September 26 

Find out more and apply at Gov.UK

5 – Tutor and Assessor in Digital Marketing 

Help students achieve their Scottish Vocational Qualifications in digital marketing at one the region's largest further education centres. 

Employer: Borders College 

Salary: £29,000 

Deadline: September 28 

Find out more and apply on Indeed

4 – Macmillan Patient Engagement Coordinator (6 month fixed-term) 

Help the NHS gather meaningful feedback from patients, ensuring care is as great as it can be. 

Employer: NHS Scotland 

Salary: £26,000 - £33,000 

Deadline: September 27 

Find out more and apply on the NHS website

3 – Aftersales Coordinator  

Help farmers get the right equipment at one of the country’s leading post-harvest crop technology firms. 

Employer: McArthur Agriculture  

Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 

Deadline: Not specified/open 

Find out more and apply on Indeed

2 – Addiction Therapist 

Be part of a dedicated therapy team aimed at helping patients overcome addiction. 

Employer: Castle Craig Hospital 

Salary: £28,000 - £37,000 

Deadline: Not specified/open 

Find out more and apply on Indeed.  

1 - Field Asset Officer 

Travel across the Scottish Borders, helping to audit and inspect newly constructed gas lines to ensure they are safe. 

Employer: SSE 

Salary: £33,000 - £49,000 

Deadline: September 20 

Find out more and apply on the company website.