WHY DEFENCE MATTERS TO YOUR BUSINESS
9000+
The number of job-ready professionals registered with RFS - a hidden talent pipeline of military spouses, partners and veterans
Join our Wellbeing Programme – open to all Armed Forces spouses and partners.
We’re now welcoming expressions of interest for the next cohort of our Wellbeing Programme—designed specifically for spouses and partners across the tri-service armed forces community, including those currently serving, reservists, and veterans.
Our partnership with The Owl Therapy Centre continues to deliver powerful results. Past participants have shared that the most impactful part wasn’t just the tools they gained—it was the connection they built with others who truly understood the unique challenges of military life.
This programme offers a safe, supportive space to explore emotional and mental health topics that often come with military life. Together, participants share, support, and grow—building resilience and wellbeing as a team.
THIS ISN'T CSR
IT'S COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
Military spouses and veterans bring adaptability, resilience and problem-solving —skills developed through years of managing complex environments, and high-pressure situations.
They offer:
• Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities
• Independence and sound decision-making
• Discipline, reliability and fast learning
• Diverse expertise across operations, HR, legal, finance, digital and project management
These aren’t just soft skills — they’re performance drivers that improve productivity, culture and retention.
FINANCIAL ADVANTAGE
Hiring through RFS provides measurable commercial value:
• 15–20% reduction in recruitment agency fees
• 12-month National Insurance Contributions relief for veteran hires in their first civilian year
• 50% faster time-to-hire through pre-vetted candidates
• Lower turnover and reduced rehiring costs
Supporting military families strengthens your bottom line and your employer brand.
STRENGTHENING DEFENCE
STRENGTHENS YOUR WORKFORCE
64% of serving personnel cite family pressures as a key reason for leaving the military, and 48% identify spouse employment challenges specifically.
Supporting spouses through meaningful employment helps Defence retain its people — and gives businesses access to exceptional talent in return.
WHY PARTNER WITH RFS?
We’re the UK’s leading military families organisation with a proven track record of delivery for major employers.
Founded and run by military families—we understand the community, and we understand what businesses need to grow.
As well as:
9,000+ vetted candidates in our pipeline
55k+ reach across the military community
Trusted partners including Tesco, Virgin Red, Rolls-Royce, QinetiQ, BAE and MOD
End-to-end support across recruitment, onboarding and retention
Measurable impact reporting for ESG and social value frameworks
WHY PARTNER WITH RFS?
We’re the UK’s leading military families organisation with a proven track record of delivery for major employers.
Founded and run by military families—we understand the community, and we understand what businesses need to grow.
As well as:
9,000+ vetted candidates in our pipeline
55k+ reach across the military community
Trusted partners including Tesco, Virgin Red, Rolls-Royce, QinetiQ, BAE and MOD
End-to-end support across recruitment, onboarding and retention
Measurable impact reporting for ESG and social value frameworks
Delivered in partnership with The Owl Therapy Centre and coordinated by the RFS Career Academy, the programme runs over six weeks, with one 60-minute session each week. It includes:
Psychoeducational content – understanding how the mind works, just like physical education teaches about the body
Skill-building exercises – covering anxiety, relationships, communication, and deployment
Group discussions – with space to share experiences and ask questions
Therapist feedback – to support your personal growth and wellbeing
Whether you're looking to improve your mental health, learn new coping strategies, or connect with a supportive community, this programme is here to help you thrive—in your career, your relationships, and your life.