February 18, 2020
Fast cars and the iconic Silverstone ‘Wing’ were the backdrop to a day of networking and career guidance for the UK’s Armed Forces Community. The inaugural Mission Motorsport National Transition Event on 11 February offered the chance for veterans to engage with Forces-friendly employers, top brands from across the UK who all recognise the valuable […]
August 23, 2017
Reservist and entrepreneur Neel Singh saw his glass as being more than half full when he took over the ownership of Dorking Brewery last year. With some financial help on tap from start-up loan charity X-Forces, Neel and his team have had a successful first year producing award-winning beers with some of the proceeds going […]
April 4, 2017
Marie Gallé Time in the Army: 10 years Role in PwC: Consulting team resourcing lead “I joined the Army later in my career than many of my military peers, having worked in Primary Health Care, IT and Comms for some years. I joined for a challenge, to test myself and try something completely different. I […]
April 4, 2017
There are specific initiatives under the Armed Forces Covenant to support family life in the Armed Forces and for veteran families. Spouses can also get support in fulfilling their career ambitions. Audrey Nealon, Army spouse: “16 years or so ago, the prospect of marrying a dashing young Army officer seemed terribly glamorous and exciting! I […]
November 14, 2016
Resettlement, what can it do for you? When the time comes to unlace your boots, pack your kit bag for the last time and head off for civvy street, ask yourself this question, ‘Have I forgotten anything?’ After a career where you have had to be ready for anything – how ready are you for […]
October 27, 2016
Two weeks ago, twenty-two UK employers were recognised with a Gold award for going above and beyond their Covenant pledges. Here are two examples of how this year’s Gold winners smoothed the way for two Service personnel making the tricky transition from the military to Civvie Street. Debbie Leonce, Software Test Analyst, Atos Debbie joined the […]
May 9, 2016
Today the Army Reserve, along with civilian employment agency Pertemps, announced a new partnership to help reservists and service leavers into employment. By joining the Royal Logistic Corps as drivers, the unemployed and service leavers can top up their skills through this partnership, and gain their civilian driving certificate. Both the Army Reserve and Pertemps will then guarantee […]
