Work with us

At the Forces Employment Charity, we provide life-long, life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and children, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service or reason for leaving. 

Diverse thinking builds the best ideas, so our teams and culture comprise intelligent, ambitious, and authentic people from various backgrounds, specialisms and skills. We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or whether you have direct Armed Forces experience. You’ve come to the right place if you share our values and are honest, ambitious, talented and motivated to make a difference.

We care about our people’s well-being, making the Forces Employment Charity a lovely workplace where you feel supported and valued. Joining our team allows you to build a fulfilling career and positively impact people’s lives.

As well as offering competitive salaries within our sector, we understand the value of flexibility and provide additional benefits and ways to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, including:

  • Generous annual leave – 25 days increasing to 28 days after 9 years of service, plus Bank Holidays.
  • Extra time off – We grant three days’ leave between Christmas and New Year.
  • Birthday leave – Because you deserve to celebrate! And you can take your leave day a week either side of your special day.
  • Health plan – Cover for you and your dependents through Simply Health.
  • 24/7 employee assistance programme – Support through Health Assured and Simply Health for a wide range of needs.
  • Pension contributions – 4% employer contribution to match your contribution and help you plan for the future.
  • Death in service – 2x your gross salary to support your loved ones if the unexpected happens.
  • Will writing service – Free support to plan ahead.
  • Eye test expenses – Claim back the cost of your eye test and your DVU glasses.
  • Cycle to work scheme – Save money while staying active.
  • Exclusive discounts – Access offers at Charity Worker Discounts and via Simply Health.
  • Flexible core hours – Supporting your work-life balance.

Our vision

Our vision is a UK where all who have served and their families lead fulfilling working lives, enabling them to reach their potential.

Our mission

The Forces Employment Charity provides life-long, life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and children, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

Founded in 1885 and operating across the UK, we have the specialist knowledge and understanding to bridge the gap between military life and civilian employment. We work in partnership with other organisations and employers who, like us, respect and value the unique qualities and abilities of all those who have served.

Our values

 

Expert
Passionate
Resilient
Supportive
Open and honest
Collaborative

Watch our staff talk about what makes them proud to work for the Forces Employment Charity

CFO HMP Holme House Custody Support worker
Salary: £29,000
Place of work:
Closing Date: Fri, 19 Jun 2026
NST Client Advisor
Salary: £23,133
Place of work: Birmingham (On-Site)
Closing Date: Mon, 29 Jun 2026
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