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Turner & Townsend military insight day 7 November 2024
Turner & Townsend military insight day 7 November 2024
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Are you an Armed Forces leaver? Would you like to learn more about a career in professional services? If so, Turner & Townsend are holding a military insight day specifically for military personnel, service leavers, veterans and reservists.

Living & working in Saudi Arabia event
Living & working in Saudi Arabia event
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BAE Systems Saudi Arabia are looking for experienced personnel to help support their customers operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Your gas training and career made simple
Your gas training and career made simple
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Our client is seeking to recruit industrial gas engineers from the Armed Forces, whether recently qualified or those who are not yet qualified but are eager to use their ELCAS credits to obtain the necessary certification through our gas training partner. This will enable them to secure employment successfully.

Step into space: military to space transition programme
Step into space: military to space transition programme
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Choosing a space career in Cornwall offers a unique opportunity to be part of an emerging space hub while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.

Lloyd’s military network insight day 31 October 2024
Lloyd’s military network insight day 31 October 2024
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Every year, the Lloyds Military Network host a number of insight days aimed at helping serving/ex-military/reservists who are considering a career in insurance.

September issue of Quest magazine is out now
September issue of Quest magazine is out now
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The latest issue of Quest magazine is out now and, as ever, it's packed with information and opportunities across a wide range of careers.

From rugby to runways: Tony Underwood on career transitions
From rugby to runways: Tony Underwood on career transitions
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Career transitions can often be challenging, requiring a shift in mindset, skillset, and sometimes even lifestyle.

Organisations ‘win gold’ for supporting armed forces community
Organisations ‘win gold’ for supporting armed forces community
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Nearly 200 organisations have been recognised by the UK Government with the highest badge of honour for supporting the Armed Forces community.

Transitioning into tech entrepreneur: Callum Coombes’s story
Transitioning into tech entrepreneur: Callum Coombes’s story
CASE STUDY
Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be challenging, but for one British Army veteran, it became the foundation for a remarkable entrepreneurial journey
New funding awarded to examine effect of trauma on ageing in ex-Service personnel
New funding awarded to examine effect of trauma on ageing in ex-Service personnel
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Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) has awarded £298,000 to the University of Birmingham to carry out a research project to investigate how trauma – both physical and psychological – can result in accelerated ageing amongst ex-Service personnel

August issue of Quest magazine is out now
August issue of Quest magazine is out now
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The latest issue of Quest magazine is out now and, as ever, it's packed with information and opportunities across a wide range of careers

A new era for veterans’ services in Northern Ireland
A new era for veterans’ services in Northern Ireland
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As of April 2023, the veterans welfare service for Northern Ireland has expanded its offerings to all veterans, regardless of their service background.

12,000th organisation signs the Armed Forces covenant
12,000th organisation signs the Armed Forces covenant
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Northumberland Community Bank (NCB) became the 12,000th organisation to sign the Armed Forces covenant

Heropreneurs to join forces with the Forces Employment Charity
Heropreneurs to join forces with the Forces Employment Charity
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The Forces Employment Charity and Heropreneurs are to join forces, further bolstering the support available to the military community to help them achieve career success.

Armed Forces awarded largest pay increase in decades
Armed Forces awarded largest pay increase in decades
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The government will “renew the nation’s contract with those who serve”, as it confirms that Armed Forces personnel will receive a 6% pay rise – the largest in 22 years

Transitioning into Pastoral Coordinator : Andy Abdy’s story
Transitioning into Pastoral Coordinator : Andy Abdy’s story
CASE STUDY
After dedicating 26 years of his life to the Royal Engineers, Danny has successfully transitioned into a civilian role that allows him to continue making a positive impact on others' lives.
Pathways into Tech event 11 Sept 2024
Pathways into Tech event 11 Sept 2024
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Forces Employment Charity to host Pathways into Tech event for ex-Forces keen to explore a tech career

Government launches root and branch review of UK Armed Forces
Government launches root and branch review of UK Armed Forces
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A review has been commissioned by the Prime Minister and will be overseen by the Defence Secretary, and headed by Lord Robertson

BuildForce Armed Forces insight day hosted by Morgan Sindall 9 Oct 2024
BuildForce Armed Forces insight day hosted by Morgan Sindall 9 Oct 2024
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This is an opportunity to hear from the wider Morgan Sindall Group on what they have to offer, and meet with many of their industry employers, to learn about the vast careers options available to you.

Major breakthrough for thousands in military hearing loss claims
Major breakthrough for thousands in military hearing loss claims
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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has agreed to drop legal defences that have hampered armed forces personnel from securing compensation in hearing loss cases for decades.

July issue of Quest magazine is out now
July issue of Quest magazine is out now
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The latest issue of Quest magazine is out now and, as ever, it's packed with information and opportunities across a wide range of careers

 Kearney military leavers recruitment event 25 Sept 2024
Kearney military leavers recruitment event 25 Sept 2024
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Following last year’s successful event, Kearney Middle East and Africa (MEA) is back in London to recruit more high-quality candidates for Associate (post-MBA candidates) and Senior Business Analyst (pre-MBA) roles with their Aerospace, Defence, and Security Practice based in Dubai.

20% increase in the number of employers looking to hire veterans
20% increase in the number of employers looking to hire veterans
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New figures released today by the Forces Employment Charity to coincide with Armed Forces Day reveal that the number of employers actively looking to hire veterans has jumped by over 20% in the last 5 years.

SSAFA’s Mentoring scheme given boost by Landmarc
SSAFA’s Mentoring scheme given boost by Landmarc
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The Transitional Mentoring Scheme run by SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity has provided hundreds of men and women with advice and support as they move from a career in the Armed Forces to Civvy Street.

Amey launches innovative Service to Success military employment programme
Amey launches innovative Service to Success military employment programme
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This initiative aims to leverage the distinctive and transferable skills of Service personnel, offering a direct employment pathway for those in their military resettlement period.

Step into health insight day 5 July 2024
Step into health insight day 5 July 2024
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Find out more information about North East London NHS Foundation Trust and the opportunities we have available.

Gulfstream veterans & service leavers recruitment event 2 July 2024
Gulfstream veterans & service leavers recruitment event 2 July 2024
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Gulfstream (who design, make and sell business jets) are hosting a recruitment event with ex-servicemen and women who currently work at Gulfstream to talk about the company, available roles, and answer any questions. Lots of interesting jobs on offer!

Trade body forum draws on military skills for transport and distribution
Trade body forum draws on military skills for transport and distribution
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A national trade body is drawing on the skills and insight of a former Army logistics professional to drive forward best practice across the multi-billion-pound construction industry supply chain.

Veterans’ pensions update online event 19 June 2024
Veterans’ pensions update online event 19 June 2024
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Following the success of their first update in March the FPS will deliver a second online AFPS update for Veterans at 1230-1315 on Wednesday 19 June via MS Teams

June issue of Quest magazine is out now
June issue of Quest magazine is out now
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The latest issue of Quest magazine is out now and, as ever, it's packed with information and opportunities across a wide range of careers

John Deere to open its doors for service leavers to visualise a new career
John Deere to open its doors for service leavers to visualise a new career
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John Deere has announced a unique open day for those planning to leave the military in search of a new career.

JPMorgan military transition programme insight evenings
JPMorgan military transition programme insight evenings
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Through JPMorgan ex-military and athlete transition programme insight event, individuals from all ranks, service and sporting backgrounds can learn how to get their second career off to a great start.

Scotland’s employers need veterans
Scotland’s employers need veterans
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New research shows number of employers considering hiring veterans has soared yet veterans’ confidence remains low

The veterans’ capital housing fund awards grants towards new builds and significant refurbishment.
The veterans’ capital housing fund awards grants towards new builds and significant refurbishment.
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Under this programme the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust will award grants of between £75,000 and £500,000 towards new builds and significant refurbishment, including extensions, of rental accommodation offering high quality support for Veterans with a housing need.

3,000 Military entrepreneurs empowered by £33.5m of British business bank finance.
3,000 Military entrepreneurs empowered by £33.5m of British business bank finance.
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Start Up Loans and X-Forces Enterprise have supported 3,000 businesses in the Armed Forces community with the recipient of the 3,000th loan to a Thai restaurant owner in Warrington

Military talent day at British Airways 20 June 2024
Military talent day at British Airways 20 June 2024
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An introduction to British Airways as a company, and the various opportunities available across the airline in a variety of areas.

Report calls for trauma informed benefits assessments for veterans
Report calls for trauma informed benefits assessments for veterans
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New research with veterans has called for a ‘trauma informed’ approach towards assessments for benefits.

Veterans@McKinsey - insight into consulting event 18 July 2023
Veterans@McKinsey - insight into consulting event 18 July 2023
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Join Veterans@McKinsey network as they talk about consulting, what day to day life in McKinsey looks like, and give you an inside insight into preparing for interviews.

Morson Forces recruitment event 18 June 2024
Morson Forces recruitment event 18 June 2024
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Following their successful event in Bristol earlier this year, Morson are hosting their first-ever North West-based ex-forces recruitment event in Salford, Greater Manchester.

England is set to get a veteran’s commissioner
England is set to get a veteran’s commissioner
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England is set to get a Veterans' Commissioner following a successful campaign by the Royal British Legion, the Office for Veterans' Affairs (OVA) has confirmed.

May issue of Quest magazine is out now.
May issue of Quest magazine is out now.
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The latest issue of Quest magazine is out now and, as ever, it's packed with information and opportunities across a wide range of careers

Pensions considerations when leaving service
Pensions considerations when leaving service
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The Forces Pension Society explains the ‘importance of ticking all the right pension boxes before you leave’.

Transitioning into self-employed entrepreneurship: Andy Greene’s story
Transitioning into self-employed entrepreneurship: Andy Greene’s story
CASE STUDY
Andy Greene, a former RAF Engineer, has successfully transitioned to a thriving self-employed career in the civilian sector
FDM ex-forces insight day 1 & 14 May 2024
FDM ex-forces insight day 1 & 14 May 2024
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FDM Group  are renowned for our dynamic Careers Programmes, which provide graduates, returners to work and Ex-Forces personnel with award-winning business and technical coaching across five core disciplines.

Pathways into financial services event 4 June 2024
Pathways into financial services event 4 June 2024
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Are you looking for an opportunity to meet key contacts and build a new career in financial services? Register today to join Pathways into Financial Services 2024 (PIFS24)

Prime minister announces ‘OP PROSPER’ to boost veterans’ employment
Prime minister announces ‘OP PROSPER’ to boost veterans’ employment
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The Prime Minister will meet veterans, businesses and charities today to announce dedicated employment support service.

RT Infrastructure launches future signalling engineers with accredited training program
RT Infrastructure launches future signalling engineers with accredited training program
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RT Infrastructure Solutions are delighted to announce the enrolment of six promising signalling engineers through our esteemed Level 3 accredited Signalling Installer program.

Turner & Townsend military insight day 7 June 2024
Turner & Townsend military insight day 7 June 2024
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Are you an Armed Forces leaver? Would you like to learn more about a career in professional services? If so, Turner & Townsend are holding a Military Insight Day specifically for military personnel; serviceleavers, veterans and reservists.

Novel psychological intervention for veterans with PTSD shows promise in UK study
Novel psychological intervention for veterans with PTSD shows promise in UK study
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The feasibility trial of a potential new non-trauma focused talking therapy with veterans showed promising results, and has led to new funding for a larger-scale study

Network Rail engagement day 24 April 2024
Network Rail engagement day 24 April 2024
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Network Rail has a long history of supporting our Armed Forces and are committed to helping ex-military and veterans reintegrate into successful civilian careers and support our established reservist community.

April issue of Quest magazine is now out.
April issue of Quest magazine is now out.
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The latest issue of Quest magazine is out now and, as ever, it's packed with information and opportunities across a wide range of careers

Transitioning into power utilities: Shaun Goater’s story
Transitioning into power utilities: Shaun Goater’s story
CASE STUDY
For many, the transition from military life to the civilian world is a challenging journey. Shaun Goater, a 28-year veteran of the Household Cavalry Regiment, shares his experience with Quest Magazine on how he turned his military expertise into a thriving post-service career.
Get into tech event with Cognizant and TechVets 30th April 2024
Get into tech event with Cognizant and TechVets 30th April 2024
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As a global provider of professional services, Cognizant is bringing their clients together to support them in reaching the skills within the Armed Forces community.

Barclays military insight session 16 May 2024
Barclays military insight session 16 May 2024
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This hybrid event will provide an overview of the opportunities that Barclays in Scotland has to offer Service Leavers, Veterans and their Spouses/Partners. Attendees will be able to join us virtually or onsite at Barclays state-of-the-art campus in Glasgow.

Transitioning into security: Davey Watson’s story
Transitioning into security: Davey Watson’s story
CASE STUDY
Davey is one of the many veterans that work for Amulet, one of a number of brands under the Churchill umbrella. Previously, he was a Corporal in the Staff and Personnel Support Branch, a large part of Adjutant General’s Corps.
UK veterans can now apply for life-changing mobility support
UK veterans can now apply for life-changing mobility support
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UK Veterans with mobility issues attributable to their Service can now apply for support from the Veterans’ Mobility Fund (VMF).

Free social media training programme for military partners, veterans and their partners
Free social media training programme for military partners, veterans and their partners
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BFBS Academy announces the launch of Social Media Specialists, a free course open to the broader military community, including the partners of UK military personnel, veterans, and their partners, offering them the opportunity to upskill in social media marketing techniques.

Transitioning into the fire & rescue service: Andy Majer’s story
Transitioning into the fire & rescue service: Andy Majer’s story
CASE STUDY
Four months into his apprenticeship journey and ex-serviceman Andy is fully embracing life as Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue apprentice.
Report calls for specific support for non-UK Armed Forces Community
Report calls for specific support for non-UK Armed Forces Community
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People from the Commonwealth, Ireland and Nepal who serve in the British Armed Forces face specific challenges, according to a report published today (27 February) by Anglia Ruskin University and funded by the Forces in Mind Trust.

Research calls for permanent DWP Armed Forces champion roles
Research calls for permanent DWP Armed Forces champion roles
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Research carried out by the University of Salford recommends that the Government should fund a permanent network of Department for Work and Pensions Armed Forces champions to support ex service personnel as they make their transition to civilian life.

New military housing plans paused after backlash
New military housing plans paused after backlash
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A Ministry of Defence plan to change the way Army accommodation is allocated has been shelved amid a backlash from military wives.

Military personnel ‘to quit’ over housing rules
Military personnel ‘to quit’ over housing rules
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Military officers and senior soldiers have said they will quit the Army in droves over new accommodation rules.

Service leavers’ employment rate reaches record level
Service leavers’ employment rate reaches record level
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The employment rate of Service personnel who have left the UK armed forces, six months after leaving service, has reached a record high of 89%