The perfect job search preparation for officers
Did you know that as a commissioned officer you are eligible for free careers consultations with one of our expert advisers at any point in your career?
How we help
The Officers’ Association works with both serving and former officers and reservists from across the Armed Forces and their families.Find out more about our Employment and Grants and Welfare services.
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 Grants and Welfare.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.
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Join us at the Officers' Employment Forum
Join us for the must-attend employment event of the year, for officers at all stages of transition. The Officers' Employment Forum is a complete day of networking, industry insight and expertise for your next civilian role.
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Employment Services
For officers:
- One-to-one careers consultations
- Executive jobs board for officers
- Workshops and webinars
- Networking events
- Professional development
For employers:
We engage with employers so that they understand how to recruit veterans and are able to recognise the business case for doing so.
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Grants and Welfare
For officers and their dependants:
- Advice on Statutory Benefits and Adult Social Care
- Annual Allowance
- One-off payments for specific household or disability items
- Grants towards care at home
- Care home top-up fees
- Help with legal questions
Blog
My Military Transition Story – Meri Mayhew
My name is Meri Mayhew. I joined the RAF in 1989 and served as an Air Traffic Control Officer until 2003. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the RAF, particularly the interesting and varied roles, ...
27th September 2019
Are You Ready To Govern, Assure And Advocate?
Your military career has provided you with significant experience of operational, strategic, and people management matters – all of which are valued by civilian employers – but have you considered a role that allows you ...
20th September 2019
My Transition Story – James Brown
James Brown, former Army Captain, joined us in April for our Project Management Workshop in Newcastle where we heard from Nexus, TSG Marine and Faithful+Gould. He has recently secured a role as Senior Project Manager ...
9th September 2019