Jobs After the Armed Forces (UK): Career and Support for Veterans
Leaving the Armed Forces after years of service can be daunting, particularly if you have completed your full service or are going through the medical discharge process. You may be asking yourself:
• Will I find a role that suits me outside the Armed Forces?
• Are the skills I’ve gained transferable to a role in “Civvy Street”?
• Will my medical condition affect my future employment opportunities?
At Veterans Welfare Group, we provide the answers, guidance, and employment partnerships to support you through your resettlement.
Jobs Fairs Near Me
Veterans Welfare Group has a range of employment partners who host events across the country. At these events, you can speak directly with employers, learn more about the roles on offer, understand how your skills can benefit organisations, and explore opportunities to secure your next career outside the Armed Forces.
Our employment partners include the Careers Transition Partnership (CTP), Veteran UK EXPO, and Forces Transition Group.
At Forces Transition Group events, you can book multiple interviews with a choice of over 70 leading employers across a variety of industries—all within a single event. This gives you a strong chance of leaving with several career opportunities.
Get in touch, and we can let you know about upcoming events near you.
Support with CV Writing
After years of service without needing a CV to join the Armed Forces, it’s completely understandable that creating one for the first time can feel daunting.
What sections should you include?
How long should it be?
How do you translate your skills and experience into civilian terms?
At Veterans Welfare Group, our members provide tailored support to help you build a strong, professional CV that highlights your experience and makes you more employable. Your CV is often your first impression, so it’s important to get it right.
That’s why our veteran-led members offer FREE, one-to-one CV writing sessions with experienced mentors who understand your journey and know how to turn your service into meaningful, impactful content.
Courses and Training
Leaving the forces often means discovering that your hands-on experience doesn’t always translate neatly into civilian qualifications. That gap can make it harder to step confidently into new roles, even when you already have the discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills employers value.
Targeted training and support can make a real difference. By connecting with members who offer tailored, industry-recognised courses, you can build on your strengths and translate your service experience into qualifications employers understand—helping you become job ready without unnecessary detours.
Developing new skills strengthens your CV and expands your options, whether you choose to specialise or explore a new path—turning your experience into opportunity and ensuring your next move is driven by choice, not limitation.
Employment After Medical Discharge
Being medically discharged can raise many concerns and uncertainties:
- What will happen to my ongoing treatment?
- How will I adapt to civilian life?
- Will I find a job that accommodates my medical needs?
- What are my entitlements when I leave the Armed Forces?
A medical discharge does not mean the end of your employment opportunities. With the right support, you can successfully transition into a fulfilling civilian career.
At Veterans Welfare Group, our veteran-led team understands the challenges of medical downgrading, discharge, and transition because they’ve experienced it themselves. Our support includes:
- Questions around the Medical Discharge Process – Helping you understand your entitlements and next steps
- Resettlement Support – Assistance in finding employment suited to your needs
- Health & Wellbeing Advice – Guidance on accessing ongoing care and support
- Financial Support – Help with pensions, compensation, and transition planning
Too many Service Leavers leave with unanswered questions. Our veterans have walked in your shoes and are here to provide practical guidance and holistic support, so you can navigate every step with confidence.
