Transitioning into security: Iain Chorlton’s story
11th Jan 2024
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Iain Chorlton spent nine years as a sergeant in the Royal Military Police. The skills instilled in him helped him become Amulet’s special services director.
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11th Jan 2024
Case Study
Iain Chorlton spent nine years as a sergeant in the Royal Military Police. The skills instilled in him helped him become Amulet’s special services director.
19th Dec 2023
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After 12 years of distinguished service, Dave Kime embarked on a new path, leveraging his skills and experiences to establish a rewarding career in the civilian world.
14th Dec 2023
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Guy Lock’s journey from the Army to becoming the Global Operations Director at Arcadis Intelligence and Advisory is a remarkable example of successful transition from military to civilian life.
12th Dec 2023
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Phil Smith’s journey from a Sapper in the Royal Engineers to a Site Manager in the civilian construction industry illustrates the valuable skills and experiences that can be transferred from military service to civilian employment.
7th Dec 2023
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For many ex-personnel, finding a job that plays to their unique skill set is difficult. Mark Reay, who has 24 years’ service in the Armed Forces, found his skills well suited for a facilities management role at Churchill.
4th Dec 2023
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The one-off payment is applicable to all servicemen and women in the Royal Navy and Royal Marines.
4th Dec 2023
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Jane Taverner, a 13-year armed forces veteran and former Communication specialist, transitioned from military service to becoming a successful Learning and Development Advisor.
28th Nov 2023
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The veterans growth event provides direct access to recruitment teams and B2B networking.
27th Nov 2023
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A non-profit organization is aiding former military personnel in entering the truck driving sector, aiming to lessen homelessness and joblessness among veterans.
22nd Nov 2023
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AHEP provides an excellent opportunity for Army Officers, non-graduates and graduates, to complete a fully funded degree pathway in conjunction with a top global institute.
17th Nov 2023
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You’ll be eligible for a Veterans Railcard providing you have served for at least one day or more in His Majesty’s UK Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve). UK Merchant Mariners who have seen duty on legally defined military operations are also eligible.
10th Nov 2023
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Cyber Security & Cloud Expo is the leading event for Zero Trust, Threat Detection & Response, Training, Talent & Culture, Identity & Access Management, Application Security, and Data Security.
6th Nov 2023
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Despite having no previous experience of working in the criminal justice system, Gareth Mills beat tough competition to be named Best Newcomer of the Year Winner at the Inspire Justice Awards
2nd Nov 2023
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Tim Scrivener, a former Petty Officer in the Royal Navy, has successfully transitioned from his military career to civilian life, now thriving as an Agile Transformation Consultant.
31st Oct 2023
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Bloomberg is excited to host an in-person insight session on 28 November 2023 between 2.30PM - 6.30PM.
25th Oct 2023
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BuildForce is hosting a unique event which will bring together TfL, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, their supply chain and our military community.
18th Oct 2023
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Jefferies – a leading global, full service investment banking and capital markets firm invites service leavers, veterans and military spouses to join them for an introduction to investment banking and capital markets.
13th Oct 2023
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Google UK re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and announced a new scheme of four weeks paid reservist leave to support UK Googlers with their military duties.
9th Oct 2023
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Meet with companies exhibiting at the Security Cleared EXPO in London. Gain an understanding of different companies and talk to recruiters one-on-one. The event is free to attend.
25th Sep 2023
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Mott MacDonald, a global engineering, management and development consultancy with over 18,000 staff, has launched its Armed Forces Pathway to encourage, guide and support ex-military personnel transitioning into the business.
15th Sep 2023
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As well as welcoming direct employment applications from members of the Armed Forces, Jaguar Land Rover have also created innovative placements and training, designed to provide insight and support for careers beyond the military.
28th Aug 2023
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A tech start-up run by a military veteran and his spouse has developed a way to recycle body armour fibres, which could see them reused to protect soldiers.
24th Aug 2023
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Ross Moloney, CEO of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), explains how the Association is helping those who have served their country to boost the Lifting Sector.
22nd Aug 2023
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A soldier who quit the infantry has gained a new trade while being paid as an Army mechanic.
17th Aug 2023
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This training bursary is targeted at British Army veterans. It is funded by ABF The Soldier’s Charity and is one of a suite of awards and bursaries offered by Heritage Crafts to support and celebrate craftspeople.
15th Aug 2023
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Goldman Sachs invites Service Leavers, Veterans, and Military Spouses to join their Veteran community for a discussion around opportunities within their firm across their London and Birmingham locations.
7th Aug 2023
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The MoJ is recruiting through a bespoke scheme which gives Armed Forces service leavers and veterans a chance to continue playing a vital role in the criminal justice system.
4th Aug 2023
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A new group of Forces-friendly employers have joined forces to drive forward the aims of the Armed Forces Covenant and tighten the ties between Defence and employers.
2nd Aug 2023
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Zoe Hewines from The Family Law Company explains what you need to know about your position if youíve decided to get divorced.
1st Aug 2023
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Through their ex-military transition programme insight events, individuals from all ranks, service and sporting backgrounds can learn how to get their second career off to a great start.
28th Jul 2023
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An opportunity to learn more about asset management and BlackRock at a combined in-person and virtual event featuring speakers from across the business and industry.
19th Jul 2023
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Concerns are now mounting about the impact that the proposals will have on the children of military families, as many attend boarding schools that provide stability of education while their parents are posted across the world.
17th Jul 2023
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John Deere has launched a ground-breaking resettlement programme for military service personnel, offering new career opportunities working on some of the world’s most advanced agricultural and professional groundscare machinery.
12th Jul 2023
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Rishi Sunak said he wanted army medics, military nuclear engineers and other service personnel to be able to take other jobs in the public sector to avoid losing them to private companies.
4th Jul 2023
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From today, vulnerable veterans across the country will have access to Op FORTITUDE, a new dedicated referral pathway for homeless veterans, including those sleeping on the streets.
21st Jun 2023
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Join iMason’s Armed Forces Member Resource Group (MRG) for an opportunity to get an overview of the Datacentre sector and the opportunities within the industry that drives the Cloud and data management.
19th Jun 2023
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Helping serving/ex-military/reservists who are considering a career in insurance.
13th Jun 2023
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Platform Housing Group – one of the UK’s largest social landlords – has teamed up with Brookhouse Training Centre, the UK’s number one gas and plumbing training and assessment specialists.
6th Jun 2023
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The Leadership Lounge discusses Military Leadership in politics with Jonny Ball.
22nd May 2023
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Neil Marshall The Chief Executive of The Forces Pension Society shares his own personal experience of Resettlement.
11th May 2023
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Are you looking to leave the military? Meet with companies exhibiting at the Security Cleared EXPO in Manchester Central this July.
8th May 2023
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Are you currently serving in the Military, Ex-Military or a Reservist, 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.
3rd May 2023
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One of the biggest employers in the East of England, Anglian Water have a long-standing relationship with the military community. The Military Talent Day will provide an opportunity for Service personnel, veterans and military spouses to hear from their business leaders, colleagues and members, who will share their experience and advice.
28th Apr 2023
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The Families Employment Service has been launched by The Poppy Factory, in partnership with Armed Forces family network The Ripple Pond, to help those who support or care for veterans with health conditions. Funding for the service was awarded by The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.
27th Apr 2023
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Interested in Cloud technology? Unsure what route to take? This event will provide you with the information you need to start your journey to a new career at AWS.
13th Apr 2023
Article
Distance learning lets you study for new skills and qualifications without being in a classroom every week, which makes it a popular choice for serving personnel, Service leavers and veterans. Here’s how it works, how flexible it really is, how to check a course before you sign up, and how ELC funding fits in.
6th Apr 2023
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Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust are hosting the inaugural Insight Day for the Service leavers, reservists, veterans and families of the Armed Forces community who are considering a career in the NHS.
30th Mar 2023
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BCG invite serving or former Armed Forces personnel looking to explore consulting opportunities in the London office to join them for an in-person event.
21st Mar 2023
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Tesco has always had a long-standing association with the Armed Forces ever since their founder, Jack Cohen started Tesco back in 1919 after leaving the Royal Flying Corps at the end of the First World War.
6th Mar 2023
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The Office for Veterans Affair has announced its intention to publish a Women Veterans' Strategy.
28th Feb 2023
Article
Here at Quest, we’re aware that cyber security is on the up as a popular career choice among Service leavers. If it’s a sector you’ve set your sights on, Airbus CyberSecurity has rounded up a list of tech predictions that we hope you’ll find useful. Based on trends identified at its Security Operations Centres in France, the UK and Germany, as well as recent geopolitical and social events, the full list of predictions provides insider information that will inform you – and could set you apart from the rest
28th Feb 2023
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SaluteMyJob is once again teaming up with Abertay University, the UK’s leading provider of advanced ethical hacking courses, to deliver a pioneering programme that aims to support members of the Armed Forces community on their journey towards a promising and exciting new career in this field …
28th Feb 2023
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How can you approach your resettlement and transition journey in a successful and positive way? The best and most practical answer to that question is probably, ‘Ask for help’, so here’s some sound advice on how to do just that …
27th Feb 2023
Case Study
It could be the digital infrastructure industry, which – when it comes to new career paths – is overflowing with opportunity …
24th Feb 2023
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Greenwich Hospital and the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) are working in partnership to deliver transitional services to those leaving the Royal Navy, and their dependents.
20th Feb 2023
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Are you a military spouse or partner? If yes, BFBS are offering 7 FREE courses to get you immersed in the world of everything social! All you need is a smartphone, iPad or laptop, and an internet connection.
3rd Feb 2023
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Thinking about an apprenticeship after the Armed Forces? Here's how they work for Service leavers and veterans, what to check before you apply, including pay and recognition of your military experience, and where to find vacancies and support.
3rd Feb 2023
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With the Consumer Price Index seemingly a permanent fixture in the news these days – and due to soar even higher – just what does it mean for you and your Armed Forces pension? The Forces Pension Society is here with the knowledge you need …
1st Feb 2023
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Former Royal Corps of Signals electrician Dale Thompson joined technical education provider CNet Training as an instructor in December 2022, in his first civilian job role following more than 25 years in the Forces. Here, Dale shares his story and has some advice for anyone contemplating their post-service career options …
20th Jan 2023
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This programme is designed to allow The Royal British Legion to assist people who need help in a quick and easy way with everyday essentials such as kitchen appliances, clothes, and energy costs.
18th Jan 2023
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After attending an ex-forces day at Suited for Success earlier his year, veteran Matt Lambeth is now running his own business as a locksmith.
10th Jan 2023
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If you have been in a leadership role while in uniform, have you stopped to consider whether military leadership differs from that found in the civilian workplace? Is a similar leadership philosophy required? What about leadership style? And do both sectors hold to the same leadership values? Former Army Captain turned fiction author Steve Higgs is here with some answers …
3rd Jan 2023
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Microsoft invites Service Leavers and Veterans to a Military Insights Day at their London Headquarters located near Paddington Station.