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Transitioning from the military into civilian employment can feel overwhelming.One minute you're leaving a structured career with clear targets.The next, you're facing a civilian job market that can seem chaotic and hard to navigate. But what if the skills you already have, skills drilled into you during your service, could be the key to unlocking a smoother, more successful job…

Ever tried to force a square peg into a round hole? It doesn’t work, no matter how hard you try. In recruitment, that square peg represents a candidate who isn’t right for a role. The round hole? A vacancy demands a certain type of person, skillset, or mindset. Trying to force the two together is painful for everyone involved: the…

Written by Adrian Cheesman Recently, as I was driving through Catterick Garrison on my way to Leyburn, I noticed the familiar sight of red range flags being raised Instantly, it took me back to my Army days all those years ago. One of my distant memories of those range days was how much the group’s overall shooting improved when the…

Yesterday, a simple question from a colleague made me pause: "What are your plans to celebrate 20 years in business?".  At that moment, I realised how intertwined my personal milestones are with my professional journey. In March, as I turn 60, I also mark 20 years since launching my business, Demob Job, from the modest confines of a home office.…

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Introduction: If 2025 is the year you’re planning to leave your military career and transition into civilian employment, you’re not alone. For many veterans, the process of finding a civilian job can feel overwhelming—especially if job searching is something you’ve never done before. That’s why we’re hosting a free webinar designed specifically for service leavers like you, to help you…

Every recruitment consultant dreads hearing these words: "Just send me CVs." It’s a request we encounter, where companies, pressed for time, ask us to match candidates based solely on a job title, a salary bracket, and a brief description. This week, it happened again: "I’m too busy, just send me CVs." We understand everyone's busy, us included, but here's the…

I recently had an eye test appointment at Specsavers, and while waiting, I noticed a large sign that caught my attention. It read: "Last week, 166 people did not attend their appointments." Despite the diligent reminder system Specsavers employs, including text messages, these no-shows likely caused significant disruptions and lost revenue. This situation parallels a common frustration in recruitment, candidates…

Navigating the Civilian Terrain: A Guide to Landing Your Ideal Job After Military Service By Sian Richardson Leaving the military and embarking on a new career in the civilian world can be both exciting and daunting. One of the key challenges is finding the ideal job that aligns with your skills, values, and aspirations. In this guide, we'll walk you…

Introduction: As September rolls in, many children are preparing for their move from primary to secondary school. The air is filled with a mix of excitement and nervous anticipation. This major transition, stepping into unfamiliar territory with new challenges and opportunities, draws a striking parallel to the journey ex-military engineers face when transitioning to civilian employment. Much like students entering…

As someone who speaks with ex-military engineers every day at Demob Job, my role is to help you navigate the transition from your Royal Navy, British Army, or Royal Air Force engineering career into civilian employment. Whether you’re looking to make the leap next month or next year, I’d love to chat with you and explore how we can assist…

As someone with a military background, you know the importance of planning and execution when it comes to achieving your objectives. Finding your ideal civvy job is no different. I'm excited to invite you to my next free upcoming webinar: "The Five Pillars to a Successful Ex-Military Job Search". I'll be hosting the webinar but I will also be joined…