Graham Simpson MSP supports campaign to help veterans into second careers
Local MSP backs toolkit to promote military employment programme
Graham Simpson MSP has given his backing to Business in the Community (BITC) Scotland’s campaign to help businesses embrace the skills of veterans and support ex-military personnel into second careers.
A new toolkit written by Business in the Community Scotland, in partnership with SaluteMyJob, entitled “Capitalising on military talent: How to develop an Armed Forces friendly recruitment practice” offers a range of practical suggestions to help employers attract, recruit and retain ex-military talent.
Developed with input from leading employers, BITC Scotland’s new toolkit will equip business leaders and HR professionals with the knowledge and expertise needed to set up an effective ex-military employment programme. Employers making the extra effort to support veterans into meaningful second careers will be rewarded with loyal, skilled and committed employees.
Graham Simpson MSP said:
“Transitioning into civilian life should be made as simple and efficient as possible and this toolkit is a wonderful way to show veterans we value the skills they bring to the workforce. I thank BITC for putting this together and urge employers to utilise it.”
Mark Bevan Director of Business in the Community Scotland, said:
“Business in the Community Scotland is calling for the business community to reap the rewards from recruiting hard working, good humoured, highly skilled problem solvers who are used to performing well under difficult circumstances. With 3,500 veterans returning to Scotland they represent a significant boost to our labour market.
“We are proud to be working with the Scottish Government, SaluteMyJob and responsible businesses to promote an employment programme which supports returning servicemen and women into long-term civilian careers. The toolkit we have created together will equip employers with the expertise to set up effective military employment programme which will in turn reward them with loyal, skilled and committed employees.”