28th June 2017: Officers’ Association Employment Symposium – York
The Symposium will provide the opportunity to hear from speakers from a variety of sectors, which will also be supplemented with smaller break-out sessions.Read more...
Support and advice for former officers and their dependants
The Officers' Association takes a holistic approach in order to help and support former Officers of the Armed Forces and their dependants on a variety of matters related to Benevolence. Find out more...
Be the first with the new OA Employment App
Get the brand new OA Employment App designed to be a one stop shop for all things employment for all officers.Find out more...
Careers advice and support for officers
Whether you are still serving, in transition or a former officer wishing to change career in later life, the OA is able to offer professional, impartial and practical advice on all aspects of transition and employment. Find out more...
Former officer community faces new challenges
A new report, commissioned by the Officers' Association and funded by Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) provides a definitive demographic profile of the serving and ex-officer community. Read more...Employment
Do you need help with your transition from the Services? The OA is on hand throughout your entire career, from finding your first job to advising on a change in direction. We can:
- provide informal and confidential guidance on your next move
- give advice on a variety of sectors
- open up opportunities with our supportive network
- provide access to roles through our Executive Jobs Board
Benevolence
Are you looking for help or advice on benefits or accommodation? The OA is here to support officers and their dependants.
Our Benevolence team can:
- provide a friendly and confidential service tailored to your needs
- help you cope with a wide range of expenses
- assist with unexpected general living costs that can occur
- signpost you to other charities if we can't help
Blog
How to Make it in The City – An Insider View from the Insurance World
The area around Lime St, where the Lloyds Building now stands, has been at the heart of financial commerce for centuries. It was on Lombard St, back in the late 1600s, where merchants and ship-owners ...
27th June 2017
Five Key Steps to Building a Military Network
Networks are an effective way to gain insights, connections and confidence in your future plans. Pete Liddle, OA Business Development Manager (North), recently ran a webinar on Building a Military Network, with Alex Nancolas and ...
14th June 2017
Understanding opportunities in Financial Services – BNY Mellon
Many Officers leave the Military to work in Financial Services, but it is a diverse industry with many job opportunities. Lisa Jones, OA Career Consultant, and Damian Jones, BNY Mellon (BNYM) Vice President and Programme ...
8th June 2017