Companies across the UK are being urged to often tap in unnatural talent pool: military veterans.
New research by The Office for Veterans Affairs (OVA) shows that extending businesses that provide employment to former service personnel, team flexibility, better problem-coordination skills and especially strong work are beneficial.
According to a survey conducted by OVA, 91 percent of employers who hired giants reported a positive business effect. Conclusions challenge conservatism about service lever, and instead pointing to a group of candidates who are not only highly capable, but also bring new approaches to the commercial environment.
John Cunningham, director of justice and executive services at the Forces Employment Charity (FEC), said that the business case to hire veterans is hypnotized. He said, “Recruitment of giants is good for business. It's not just a good thing – this sound makes commercial meaning. Skills and experiences that these individuals bring directly apply and are extremely valuable,” he said.
The survey is part of a comprehensive government that pushes pre-service members to support infection in civil career. In February, the government launched OP Ascend, a program funded by Ova and was given in partnership with FEC. The initiative provides careers support for giants and their families, while equipped with equipment to attract, maintain and develop employers.
Colonel Alastair Corns, veteran minister and Royal Marine reservoir, said their own service experience has highlighted the extraordinary abilities of former armed forces personnel. “Work veterans mean bringing in leadership, flexibility and extraordinary problem-solving capabilities, as well as helping to create high-performing teams, as well as qualities such as enlightenment, loyalty and self-discipline,” he said.
“These are people who not only understand the value of teamwork and accountability, but often have the abilities that are directly transferable to the corporate world. It is actually the kind of talent that the UK businesses need in today's competitive market.”
There are already a firm ways to benefit, a digital transformation consultancy that mainly works with the public sector of the UK. The company currently appoints 25 military giants, most of which work in the field of cyber security.
To support their infection, methods run a six-week training program for giants, which end up in two industry-recognized cyber security qualifications. According to the company, the initiative has paid dividends.
In the methods, Learning and Development Manager Karen Nail praised the impact of veteran recruitment. “They are amazing. They bring a difference in the business you do not have normally, and they provide new ideas and attitude. I will never hesitate to hire a pre-synown person,” he said.
In the recognition of its work, the methods received a gold prize from the Defense Employer Manyata Scheme in 2024 – the initiative of the Ministry of Defense that honors organizations showing outstanding support for the Armed Forces community. Acclade exposes alignment methods with covenant of armed forces, which is a commitment to treat servants, or serve, impartially.
The UK businesses continued to navigate a challenging labor market, with experienced employment not only as a social responsibility – but as a competitive advantage. For mission-centered cooperation under leadership to pressure, pre-monkey personnel offer qualities that can help companies to flourish in indefinite times.
As Colonel Corns say: “If you want to proof your workforce in the future, hire someone who has been trained to lead, customize and cross-hire an experienced.”
Jamie young
Jamie is a senior reporter in Business Matters, who is bringing more than a decade experience in UK SME business reporting. Jamie holds a degree in business administration and regularly participates in industry conferences and workshops. When not reporting the latest commercial developments, Jamie has emotional about advising journalists and entrepreneurs to motivate the next generation business leaders.