Leeds - International city of business

As one of the UK's leading financial services centres outside London, Leeds is an increasingly important part of the UK financial services industry, itself a world leader.

Financial services are a 24 hour global industry and Leeds' expertise in the sector strengthens its position as an international city of business.

• Leeds is now ranked among the top 30 cities for business in Europe (Cushman & Wakefield Survey 2006)
• The city's financial and professional services firms serve national and international clients not just regionally, but nationally and across the world.
• A recent survey of LFSI's member firms showed that 87% are represented or have links overseas in over 30 countries including all the major markets. Areas with the largest representation of Leeds firms are the EU, USA, Non-EU Europe, China and the Far East.
• Leeds firms are well equipped to assist non-UK businesses seeking to locate or do business in the region and elsewhere in the UK. More information under Locating and Finding Services In Leeds
• Areas of expertise of interest to international and overseas clients range from PPP/PFI work to international dispute resolution. For a fuller description of international services see Expertise . And details of individual firms are listed under International Links .
• Leeds is a cosmopolitan city. As the regional capital of Yorkshire Humber, which has a population of 5 million and a GVA of £65bn, Leeds is a significant European city with fast growing international links.
• Well situated for international transport services, Leeds has also established an international reputation in the arts, education, sport and tourism.

International Financial Services London (IFSL)
LFSI is a member of International Financial Services London (IFSL) which promotes the international activities of the whole UK financial services sector. LFSI members are eligible to attend IFSL events and participate in missions, as well as accessing IFSL market reports and research. See details under News and Events or on the IFSL web site. Any LFSI member wanting to attend an IFSL event must book through the Leeds LFSI office: lfsi@leeds.gov.uk , tel 0113 247 4689.