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Ten Steps to Leaving the Armed Forces

As the competition for coveted positions in civvy street increases throughout the country, recruiters have the luxury of picking and choosing the absolute best and brightest individuals.

More often than not, recruiters are turning to military veterans to fill many of these positions as they staff the next wave of high calibre candidates in the battle to save our damaged economy.

Whatever the reason for ending your armed forces career, sell yourself properly, and you’ll find a job and get a new career.

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HMForces.co.uk and Monster.co.uk have joined forces to provide our members – both active duty and veterans alike – with this exclusive, comprehensive guide to prepare you for a transition from your military background to your new and exciting career as a civilian.

Step 1: Leaving the Armed Forces – Where to begin

Step 2: Is Leaving the Best Option?

Step 3: Know your Service Leaver Entitlements

Step 4: Make the Most of your Entitlements

Step 5: Work Under your Own Initiative

Step 6: What are your Long-Term Career Goals?

Step 7: Meeting a Recruiter

Step 8: Applying for the Job

Step 9: Transition made easy: Timeline & Checklist

Step 10: Common Hurdles Faced by Veterans

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