Claire W.

Taking opportunities to gain experience and skills through different departments

I joined as a recruiter and have since had two secondments, one with the Transformation team and the second with the Marketing team (current).

I work on content to provide candidates with different tools to learn more about Army Careers

Having recently joined the team I am excited to be involved with the many aspects of Marketing. We host virtual events, in person events, run social media accounts, tv and radio campaigns and much more. Everything is there to make sure our candidates have a really good insight into what a career in the Army is like.

Giving the tools and insight to allow candidates to make an informed decision if the Army is right for them

The marketing team work together to get real life stories out there, either on our website or through social media, so candidates can get a real feel for what being a soldier or officer is like. We also arrange many events which allow potential candidates to meet serving soldiers (virtually or F2F) and ask any question they have about a career in the Army. Its really rewarding to be in a position where we can provide everyone with the advice and tools they need to make an informed decision.

New challenges are opportunities to grow, learn, and improve your life

I think its really important in life to put yourself forward for opportunities for personal development and to help you identify what you enjoy doing. It doesn't matter if you try something and it doesn't work out, the most important thing is that you have tried it. My favourite quote is 'Never try, never know'.

Being successful with internal secondments

Since starting with Recruiting Group I have applied for two secondments in areas I had no previous experience working in. I was successful in getting both roles, proving that with the right attitude you can venture into an area of unknown, armed with the desire to learn and grow.