I currently recruit into the defence sector and I am frustrated by employers refusing to look at ex servicemen due to lack of commercial experience. I have an idea which I think will fly, but I need constructive criticism and possibly a business partner.
The situation
1. The U.K economy is on its arrse
2. Job seekers have saturated the market and there is a lack of permanent jobs available
The solution (As I see it)
1. There is a skills shortage for tradesmen in areas such as Australia and the UAE countries.
2. There is a steady source of professional, security vetted, trained individuals leaving the armed forces every day.
(So basic supply and demand stuff)
I have contacts within the Career transition group, in Dubai, Qatar (recruitment based) and I have negotiated a rate drop with a relocation organisation (Providing I use them as a preferred supplier), but this leads me on to
The Problem
1. Relocation costs ££££ at least a couple of Grand. In order to make the business feasible and to make money the relocation part would have to be self funded.
2. In addition to this as I have limited military experience (only being in the TA). I think it would be beneficial to have someone with more kudos in military circles to have as a representative/business partner.
Questions
1. Do you think that self funded relocation is feasible?
2. Is anyone interested exploring this further?
3. Any other questions or comments, anything constructive is really appreciated.
Thanks
The situation
1. The U.K economy is on its arrse
2. Job seekers have saturated the market and there is a lack of permanent jobs available
The solution (As I see it)
1. There is a skills shortage for tradesmen in areas such as Australia and the UAE countries.
2. There is a steady source of professional, security vetted, trained individuals leaving the armed forces every day.
(So basic supply and demand stuff)
I have contacts within the Career transition group, in Dubai, Qatar (recruitment based) and I have negotiated a rate drop with a relocation organisation (Providing I use them as a preferred supplier), but this leads me on to
The Problem
1. Relocation costs ££££ at least a couple of Grand. In order to make the business feasible and to make money the relocation part would have to be self funded.
2. In addition to this as I have limited military experience (only being in the TA). I think it would be beneficial to have someone with more kudos in military circles to have as a representative/business partner.
Questions
1. Do you think that self funded relocation is feasible?
2. Is anyone interested exploring this further?
3. Any other questions or comments, anything constructive is really appreciated.
Thanks