Op ASCEND

Empowering veterans and their families for career success

Op ASCEND is an Office for Veterans’ Affairs programme awarded to us through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust. It is a natural extension of the Career Transition Partnership (CTP), enabling veterans and their families to maximise their potential and take their careers to the next level.

A life-long support system for veterans

Op ASCEND provides clear, accessible career pathways for veterans, ensuring they are empowered to succeed from the moment they join the Armed Forces, throughout their service, and beyond. Whether continuing in national security or transitioning to civilian careers, Op ASCEND ensures that veterans and their families can access meaningful opportunities that build on their unique skills and experience.

Building on the success of Op PROSPER, Op ASCEND has already engaged 312 employers and supported 3,000 veterans and family members over the last 12 months.

How is Op ASCEND delivered?

  • Via the Forces Employment Charity: a one-stop shop for employers looking to recruit veterans and their families, with expert support in recruitment, retention, and career progression.
  • Via Employment Pathways events: hosted across the UK, these sector-focused events provide the military community with direct access to career opportunities and expert career guidance.

Op ASCEND ensures that veterans and their families are recognised, valued, and supported throughout their careers.

Key benefits of Op ASCEND

Tailored career pathways
Employer engagement and change
Specialised employment events
Recruitment, retention and progression

Are you a veteran or family member?

When you reach out to us for employment help or advice, our specialist-trained employment advisors can introduce you to new career opportunities across different sectors.

They can offer direct access to military-friendly employers and offer tips and advice on how to navigate the individual recruitment pathways.

 

  • Register to start your Op ASCEND journey today.
  • Questions? Call our Support Team on 0121 262 3058

Are you an employer?

The Forces Employment Charity partners with employers across the country within nationally significant sectors. We support you to maintain or establish military pathways, and deliver events across the country connecting employers with veterans. Our work promotes the recruitment, retention, progression and tracking of military talent from the Armed Forces community.

Funded by:

Meet the eight industries:

  • Data and digital (including cyber and telecoms)
  • Defence and security
  • Construction (including infrastructure)
  • Energy and renewables
  • Finance and professional services
  • Health and social care
  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing (including maritime and aerospace)

Events complimenting Op ASCEND’s delivery can be found through our events page.

Meet Craig, who unlocked new opportunities and secured his dream job by attending our events.

Our story
Supporting the
military community
since 1885
"Having witnessed first-hand the extraordinary courage and capability of our Armed Forces, I know the immense value veterans can bring to the civilian workforce."
Alistair Carns, OBE MC MP, Minister for Veterans and People
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