Specialised Writing Service

for services personnel transitioning from a military career to the civilian workforce.

Need a CV writer who can translate your military experience into a document that civilian recruiters will understand and appreciate?

Our recommended CV writer is ex-military, having served 25 years in the British military. He has eight years of experience writing CVs for personnel leaving the military and transitioning into most civilian roles, including

  • business and management
  • security
  • close protection (CPO)
  • rapid response security
  • risk and resilience
  • risk senior security management
  • project management
  • construction
  • operations
  • logistics
  • audit and assurance
  • quality assurance
  • teaching, education, and training
  • medical-related professions
  • academic professions
  • and a variety of other professions

He is a former Recruitment & Training Officer who knows what is required in a UK military-to-civilian transition CV, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile. He has experience writing CVs for military veterans transitioning into civilian roles in various sectors.

As a trained interviewer, your writer will extract all the information required to write a CV that will enable you to successfully compete with people with civilian work histories.

  • Free CV appraisal, CV tips, and advice.
  • Pre-CV call and in-depth personal 2-hour CV consultation.
  • Bespoke professionally written CV for your target job.
  • Targeted cover letter and other documents.
  • Practical career advice from a writing and recruitment specialist.
  • LinkedIn profile development.
  • Career Coaching and mentoring.

CV and Resume Writing Service

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  • Tip 1: Tell us about your target job.
  • Tip 2: Include your telephone number in your email and a CV writing professional will call you back for a chat.
  • Tip 3: Include your existing CV.

 

RECRUITMENT RESOURCES

TIPS ON TRANSITIONING FROM A MILITARY ROLE TO A CIVILIAN JOB

Transitioning from a military to a civilian job can be challenging, but it is possible. Here are some tips to help you change your career path smoothly:

  1. Start planning early. The sooner you start planning your transition, the more time you will have to research civilian job opportunities, update your CV, and network with potential employers.
  2. Take advantage of transition assistance programmes. Your military organisation will offer transition assistance programmes to help you with your job search, CV writing, and interviewing skills.
  3. Get a career assessment. A career assessment can help you identify your skills and interests, and match them to civilian job opportunities.
  4. Translate your military experience into civilian terms and keywords. Civilian employers may not be familiar with military terminology, so it is essential to translate your knowledge into terms that they will understand.
  5. Network with other veterans. Networking with other veterans is a great way to learn about civilian job opportunities and get referrals from people who have already made the move.
  6. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Many resources are available to help you, so don’t be afraid to ask for help when needed.

IDEAS ON HOW TO PREPARE TO LEAVE THE MILITARY

  • Be prepared for a culture shock. The civilian workplace differs significantly from the military, so be ready for a culture shock regarding dress code, pace of work, and decision-making.
  • Be patient. It may take some time to find a civilian job to suit you. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t find a job right away. Keep networking and applying for jobs; eventually, you will find the right one.
  • Take care of yourself. Transitioning from the military can be stressful, so it is important to take care of yourself. Make sure you are getting enough sleep, eating healthy, and exercising. You may also want to consider talking to a counsellor or therapist if you struggle with the transition.

WEBSITES FOR EX-MILITARY PERSONNEL IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

  • Veterans Gateway: The Veterans Gateway is a single point of contact for ex-military personnel and their families. They offer a wide range of services, including help with finding jobs, housing, and healthcare.
  • Veterans UK: Veterans UK is a government agency supporting ex-military personnel. They offer financial assistance, help with benefits, and advice on education and training.
  • Royal British Legion: The Royal British Legion is a charity that supports ex-military personnel and their families. They offer financial assistance, help with housing, and advice on employment.
  • Help for Heroes: Help for Heroes is a charity that supports injured ex-military personnel. They offer rehabilitation, employment support, and financial assistance.
  • ABF The Soldiers’ Charity: ABF supports ex-soldiers and their families with financial assistance, housing help, and employment advice.
  • SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity: SSAFA supports all members of the armed forces community. They offer financial assistance, help with housing, and advice on employment.