Splitting these key roles reinforces SQA’s commitment to maintaining high standards across assessment, awarding and qualifications, while transforming the organisation ahead of its replacement by Qualifications Scotland later this year. This new structure allows each leader to focus on their core responsibilities: Interim Chief Executive: sets strategic direction, drives progress on the Prospectus for Change, leads engagement across Scotland’s education and skills community, and serves as the Principal Accountable Officer to ensure the responsible management of public funds.