A message from our Adrian
Welcome to our November newsletter. As we approach the end of the year, I’m reminded how privileged we are to support both our client companies and the many talented people transitioning from military life into civilian careers. This month, we celebrated a special milestone within our team, supported several new placements across the UK, and released a short video from Joanne on the increasingly important topic of salary competitiveness. We’re also looking ahead to 2026, where around 15,000 people are expected to leave the Armed Forces and embark on their next chapter, something we’re already preparing for. Thank you for staying connected with us.

Team Spotlight: Celebrating Kelly’s Work Anniversary

This month marks Kelly’s 9th work anniversary. Her dedication to helping both employers and jobseekers is at the heart of what makes Demob Job so special. Many of you will have spoken with Kelly over the years, and her commitment to providing exceptional service continues to shine. If you have worked with Kelly before, feel free to hit reply and I’ll pass on your message, she’d love to hear from you.

Recent Placements: A Snapshot of Who We Support

Andrew previously served for 22 years within the Royal Navy as a Weapons & Sensors Engineer. We placed him in a Field Service Engineer role within a medical company in the South West.

Lee completed a successful career in The Royal Corps of Signals, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. He is now a Contracts Manager working within a leading commercial training company.

Jack had previously served 4 years with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) as a Vehicle Mechanic. He is now a Site Technician with an energy company based in the North West.

These few examples reflect the diverse skills ex-military engineers bring to UK companies across many sectors.

See real transition stories from people we’ve supported, read their testimonials here.

Employer Insight: Are Your Salaries Competitive?

Many UK companies are reviewing their salary structures as competition for engineering talent continues to rise. To help you benchmark your offering, Joanne has recorded a short two-minute video explaining how you can check that your salary is competitive and what to do if it is not.

Click here to watch Joanne’s video

Jobseeker Insight:
15,000 People Expected to Leave the Armed Forces in 2026

The Ministry of Defence forecasts that approximately 15,000 personnel will leave the Armed Forces in 2026. This marks a significant year of transition.

For employers: This represents a strong pool of disciplined, technical, and adaptable talent. If you’re planning your 2026 recruitment strategy, the next few months are the perfect window to align with this incoming workforce.

For jobseekers: If you’re planning to leave in 2026, you are not alone, and the earlier you prepare, the smoother your transition will be. If you are leaving your military engineering career, make sure your details are on our radar for free support – click here.

Content Spotlight: Boost Your LinkedIn Presence

Whether you’re an employer looking to showcase your organisation or a jobseeker preparing for your next move, LinkedIn remains one of the most powerful platforms to build visibility and attract opportunities. We’ve published a practical guide outlining 12 simple things you can do right now to strengthen your LinkedIn presence and make your profile stand out.

Read the full article, click here

Featured Vacancy of the Month

Tip of the month:

For Employers:
Speed matters. Aim to provide candidate feedback within 24 hours, it dramatically improves the hiring experience and prevents losing great engineers to faster competitors.

For Jobseekers:
Focus on achievements. Instead of listing tasks on your CV, highlight the outcomes, what you improved, fixed, delivered, or streamlined during your military career.

Final word from Adrian

Thanks for reading this month’s newsletter. Whether you’re an employer planning for 2026 or a jobseeker preparing for your next step, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Employers: If you’d like to discuss your engineering recruitment plans, book a call with a member of my team to discuss your recruitment plans or your 2026 workforce needs, click here.

Jobseekers: If 2026 is the year you leave your military engineering career make sure you sign up to our free Monday Job Alert – click here.

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