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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…

I'm Dawn, and I'm the heart and soul behind the success stories at Demob Job. My desk is always busy and there’s nothing more fulfilling than guiding our ex-military engineers to their next big career move. Take Dale, for instance. Dale, like many of you, once donned the uniform and brought an unparalleled set of skills and discipline to his…

By Adrian Cheesman, Managing Director, Demob Job Ltd. In today's competitive business environment, the hunt for top engineering talent can often feel like a quest for water in a desert. With a sharp decline in available talent, spiraling salary expectations, and the growing phenomenon of counter-offers, it's clear that we are facing a talent drought in the engineering sector. But…

How to Stay Productively Engaged when Working from Home  In our modern digital age, the concept of work has evolved dramatically, with many professionals now operating from the comfort of their homes. While this shift brings the luxury of eliminating commute time and working in pajamas, it's not without its unique set of challenges. One of the biggest hurdles is…

How To Overcome Job Interview Nerves   For those leaving their military careers attending job interviews can be extremely daunting and lead to interview nerves, irrespective of your rank or length of service.  Believe me I have spoken with many extremely experienced and confident military people who have completed very successful careers in the Royal Navy, British Army or Royal…

How Do I Hire An Engineer? Hiring the right engineer for your project can be a daunting task, especially if you do not have a background in engineering. However, with some guidance and a plan, you can successfully hire the right candidate for the job. In this article, we will discuss the steps you can take to identify your engineering…