At Impellam, we take pride in our longstanding commitment to supporting both the military community and the wider defence sector. Our Group includes a growing number of talented individuals from the Armed Forces, and we’re proud to champion their contributions through IMMilitary—our dedicated, employee-led Business Resource Group for veterans.
This Armed Forces week, we are sharing Emily’s story:
As we celebrate Armed Forces week, I reflect on my journey from joining the British Army at 18 to my new chapter at Impellam Group. My nearly 16 years in the Army were filled with diverse roles and locations, including Germany, Afghanistan, Gibraltar, and the UK. These experiences shaped my character, teaching me teamwork, time management, and clear communication. The friendships and memories I made, especially during overseas postings, are treasures I hold dear.
My transition out of the Army was unplanned due to a medical discharge, leading to a period of uncertainty. My motivation was to get better and start fresh. If circumstances were different, I might have stayed longer, but I believe everything happens for a reason. This mindset helped me focus on new opportunities.
At Impellam Group, I work as the Skills Development Manager for the Recruit Train Deploy project. This role allows me to apply my military skills, including leadership, critical thinking, and adaptability, while growing in a new environment. Managing talented individuals has reignited my sense of purpose.
Joining Impellam Group also connected me to the Impellam Military Network (IMMilitary), maintaining my military connection. Although I can't join the Reserves due to my medical discharge, this network fills that gap, recognising the value of service leavers and reservists.
Transitioning from the military is challenging but also an opportunity. The qualities that made me a good soldier, like resilience, integrity, and commitment, are valuable in the civilian world. I'm proud of my time in the British Army, and through my role at Impellam Group and IMMilitary, I continue to honour that part of my life while helping others build their paths forward.
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