The Saluting Post - April 2023
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Posted on Sunday, April 30, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
f you’ve reached the interview stage, you should now be confident in the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer commercial businesses. Whether this is the first interview you have had since you left the military or the 10th, you are still going to want to get it right and first thing to note is that preparation – as well as interview practice – really is key! For more guidance, read ...
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Posted on Saturday, April 29, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Many people find conversations about salary extremely awkward but it is important to get it right. Remember, it is a routine conversation for HR people and they expect you to negotiate: so don’t be shy! To help you best prepare for the discussion, our careers consultants have produced a top tips guide full of advice on how to successfully negotiate your salary. → DOWNLOAD OUR ULTIMATE INTERVIEW ...
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Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
April's newsletter is packed full of top tips on how to pick the right career for you in civvy street. Read our ultimate guide to get you on the right track. Enjoy! READ APRIL 2023 NEWSLETTER
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Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Going for an interview can be a nerve-wracking experience but remember, you are interviewing your potential employer as much as they are interviewing you. So at the end of the interview when you are asked, ‘have you got any questions?’, don’t be shy - take advantage of the opportunity. Not only could the answers help determine whether the company and the role is right for you, depending on what ...
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Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Starting a new job can be daunting - even more so if this is your first job since leaving the military. Taking on new responsibilities, meeting new colleagues, learning a new way of working and being immersed in a different culture can be overwhelming. To help you we’ve got 5 top tips so you can hit the ground running and make the first 100 days in your new job a real success. TIP 1: PREPARE FOR ...
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Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
When you get a job offer, it’s very tempting at this stage to just say yes, but you need to be sure that you’re not just jumping into a role that’s not for you. Once you have accepted an offer, it is rare to be able to improve the terms of your employment. → DOWNLOAD OUR ULTIMATE INTERVIEW GUIDE & WORKBOOK [FREE COPY] Of course, money is a large component of the package but it's certainly not the ...
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Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
In essence, an interview is where employers want to establish that you ‘Can Do’, ‘Will Do’, and ‘Will Fit’. It takes one set of skills to do a job well, and a completely different set to talk about yourself under pressure in a way that convinces other people to select you for it. Confidence is key here and in order to convince an interviewer of your fit for the job, you need to be able to ...
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Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Most people think cyber security jobs are very technical and require IT skills and qualifications - wrong! While some roles are of course very technical, your general military security training and experience are highly transferable to information security – where there is a huge shortage of quality people. Employers are urgently seeking people for jobs such as Security Operations Centre (SOC) ...
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Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Just like a traditional job interview, a video interview is your chance to show off your talents to a potential employer. You’ll be asked to answer a series of standard questions and you’ll need to be prepared to highlight what you’ll bring to the table and how your transferable military skills and experience will add value to the business. The main difference between a video interview and a ...
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Posted on Monday, April 24, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
So you’ve reached the interview stage (well done!) and now you need to prepare. You’ve done all the research on the company, looked at how your skills are well-suited to the role and now you need to think about how to answer those interview questions. → DOWNLOAD OUR ULTIMATE INTERVIEW GUIDE & TOOLKIT [FREE COPY] This may be your first interview since leaving the military - but even if it is not, ...
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Posted on Monday, April 24, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Many people find conversations about salary extremely awkward but it is important to get it right. Remember, it is a routine conversation for HR people and they expect you to negotiate: so don’t be shy! To help you best prepare for the discussion, our careers consultants have produced a top tips guide full of advice on how to successfully negotiate your salary. → DOWNLOAD OUR ULTIMATE INTERVIEW ...
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Posted on Monday, April 24, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
So you’ve been offered the job interview, you’ve done your research on the company, the industry and the interviewers and you’re feeling ready to bash the interview out. Now you just need to think about how you’re going to showcase why you are the best candidate for the job. Confidence is key, so be sure that you’re feeling well-prepared. If you haven’t already worked through our Ultimate ...
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Posted on Monday, April 24, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Finding trusted advice to help you decide which career path to take as a veteran can be difficult. So in order to help you with this process, we’ve rounded up 11 of the best organisations that offer employment support for veterans. SALUTEMYJOB Best for: all members of The Armed Forces Community Offering jobseekers within the Armed Forces Community access to useful careers advice, SaluteMyJob ...
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Posted on Saturday, April 22, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
An interview is your chance to show a potential employer what you are capable of. It is an exciting positive step in your job search and, if carried out properly, can result in you landing the job. It is important to properly prepare for the interview whether it is online or in-person and to have done your research into the company so you can make the best possible first impression and show your ...
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Posted on Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
You’ve done it! You’ve been called in for an interview - all your hard work brushing up your CV and translating your military skills and experience has paid off. Now you just have to tackle the interview itself. The interview process can be daunting – especially if it is your first one since leaving the Armed Forces. It is normal to feel nervous before you interview, however, you can help to get ...
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Posted on Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Ryan Green had an exemplary six-years Service in the RAF, awarded the prestigious AOC Commendation and in 2020, was mentioned in the Queen's Birthday honours list for meritorious service in Cyber Security. Since leaving, Ryan has founded his own cyber consultancy firm, using the invaluable skills and experience he gained in the RAF with the business going from strength to strength. RAF CAREER AND ...
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Posted on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
There are over 740 million people on LinkedIn – 30 million of those are in the UK – and that number increases by 2 people per second! Many companies and recruiters use LinkedIn to search for candidates everyday. So, to put it simply, if you want to be found for a job you should be on the platform. Not only is LinkedIn the foundation for your personal online branding but it is also your chance to ...
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Posted on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
It can feel overwhelming as you begin your journey into civvy street, with so many questions and what feels like mountains of decisions to make. But being prepared - and as early as you can, is the key to making the transition go as smoothly as possible. One of the ways to do this is to utilise the MoD’s Enhanced Learning Credit Scheme to get qualifications under your belt. Providing you meet the ...
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Posted on Monday, April 17, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Crafting a good CV is the basis to any successful job application. Though your CV isn’t the reason you’ll get the job, it can certainly stop you from getting an interview – especially if you don’t take the time to properly translate your military experience. Use your CV to sell yourself to a prospective employer and make sure it reflects your achievements and personality. The key things to keep ...
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Posted on Sunday, April 16, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Organisations across the country are experiencing a huge shortage of skilled engineers to fill their roles. Therefore, choosing a commercial career in engineering is a great option for anyone looking for a job with attractive salaries and benefits. So whether you have gained engineering qualifications and experience in the military or you are looking to kickstart a career in engineering, there’s ...
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Posted on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Ex-Military engineers are qualified and experienced in a breadth of engineering specialties including; civil engineering, aircraft engineering (avionics and mechanical), marine engineering, automotive engineering and systems engineering. In addition to technical expertise, military engineering professionals also bring a wealth of unique ‘soft’ skills to commercial employers. These are skills they ...
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Posted on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 by SaluteMyJob — No comments
Build your own pipeline of ex-military cyber warriors Reap the benefits of providing paid work placements to veterans newly-skilled as ‘ethical hackers’ SaluteMyJob’s Cyber Jumpstart ‘pathways’ programme attracts, selects, trains and places talent from the Armed Forces into employment in cyber jobs. Having acquired the skills, the barrier they face is practical and commercial experience. To ...
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Posted on Thursday, April 6, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
Ex-military personnel have extensive experience in protecting multiple assets, both in the UK and in hostile environments, and as a result they have developed a deep seated security mentality. With cyber warfare on the rise, there is also a growing number of individuals within the Armed Forces that been specially trained in threat intelligence and cyber security, who are ready-trained to join the ...
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Posted on Thursday, April 6, 2023 by Faye Copp — No comments
John Kerner is a former Commanding Officer in the British Army and is one of SaluteMyJob’s candidates. He has recently taken up a senior management role at a major infrastructure organisation. He is experienced in logistics, business operations and media communications. John is currently helping transitioning Service men and women and has spoken at the Liquid List and written this fantastic ...