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Holly J.

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No matter what anyone tells you, your career is yours to make of what you wish. There are endless opportunities, be it sport, travelling, adventure training, being attached to certain units, doing a different role within the role you already do, the opportunities are endless.

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Military Administrator (Combat Human Resource Specialist)

British Army

From 09/2019 to 03/2021

Senior Sub Unit Administrator

British Army

From 07/2018 to 09/2019

Section Commander

British Army

From 08/2016 to 07/2018

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What do you like about your job and the company?

I love travelling the country and telling people about the AGC and my job role and how it isn't what everyone expects it to be. There are so many opportunities to do: Para Course, Commanders Course, Skill at Arms, Drill Instructor, Adventure Training Instructor courses, and a vast range of career based qualifications

Greatest achievements

Whilst being attached to 'The 2nd Battalion, The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment', I had the opportunity to do the Specialised Infantry Cadre with my Company. I was the only female to pass during that course.

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Regimental Medical Officer

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All doctors at some point will have a difficult time, and many will have considered leaving medicine or the NHS. That might be why you are reading this! I am very glad that I decided to find a different way to continue my career, and would recommend that anyone having doubts has a look to see what else is available. If you love adventure and a bit of a challenge, the Army is an excellent opportunity. You will need to take 3 years out between FY2 and starting specialty training, but most Army doctors will tell you this is the most enjoyable 3 years of your career! After those 3 years, you will likely have a great looking CV and a much clearer idea of what you want to specialise in. The majority of doctors will stay employed by the Army during the training years, although some may choose to return to the NHS to train, this is usually if they decide to do a specialty that the Army doesn't provide (eg Paediatrics). It has been an excellent career change for me, and I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Dorian T

Regimental Engagement & Mentor Support Officer (ReMSO

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One of the main things that disappoints me is the young man or woman that makes a snap decision to leave training before they have given themselves a real chance. Training is hard, its designed to be hard, so that in difficult situations it allows you to find the strength to succeed.

Amie P

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Someone once told me to never give up on something I was passionate about, but to find a way of making it happen. No matter how long it takes or how many push backs you get, if you are passionate about something, aim to succeed.

Discussions with Holly J
Do soldiers pay tax? What would overall total outgoings of a soldiers salary?
in Career Tips·Tuesday, May 26, 2020
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How do I get into afc Harrogate?
in How to apply·Tuesday, May 26, 2020
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Does the AGC have a phase 2 training? how long would it be if yes.
in Career Tips·Monday, January 6, 2020
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What’s it like for a woman in the infantry?
in Career Tips·Tuesday, May 26, 2020
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