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Why Hiring Veterans Can Be a Game Changer for Your Organization
7 min | Neil Khatod | Article | | Recruiting
At Hays, we do more than fill positions; we bridge the gap between military service and civilian careers. Hiring veterans is not only a good deed but a strategic advantage. They bring a wealth of experience, discipline, and unique skills that solve problems and benefit any organization. Every year, approximately 200,000 military personnel transition from service to civilian life. This significant influx of veterans into the workforce presents an opportunity to address skill shortages in various industries.
Veterans bring a diverse set of skills and valuable experience in the civilian job market, such as leadership skills, problem-solving, and the ability to work under pressure. By recognizing and leveraging these skill sets, employers and human resources can help bridge the talent gap, particularly in fields that require discipline, technical expertise, project management, and leadership roles. Currently, there are more than 18 million veterans in the United States, as reported by the Pew Research Center.
This large community of veterans represents a reservoir of potential that, if tapped effectively, can contribute to the nation’s economic growth and innovation.
I’m Neil Khatod, Head of Cyber Security Americas and former COO of US Cyber Command. The Veterans Transition Support Program is a real game-changer for vets transitioning into civilian jobs. We are not merely providing a place to clock in and out; we are maximizing what veterans can bring to your company.
At Hays, we go beyond the resume to understand the full scope of a veteran’s capabilities. This helps in the creation of applications and job descriptions that truly showcase their potential. If you’re looking for talent across the construction, IT, and technology sectors, we can help!
Our unique system aligns military codes with civilian job opportunities, ensuring veterans find roles that match their skills and ambitions.
Our recruiters understand and translate military experience into civilian job descriptions and requirements, providing veterans with the guidance they need to make informed career moves.
Partner with Hays to access this exceptional pool of talent and integrate veterans into your team. Discover how hiring veterans enhances your team’s capabilities and contributes to building a stronger, more resilient workforce. Connect with us today and take the first step towards unlocking the potential of experienced veterans for your organization.
Neil Khatod,Head of Cyber Security Americas
Neil is a Retired Army Officer with over 29 years of experience as a COO and CEO in cyber operations, international relations, leadership development and strategy creation. Neil leads the CISO Advisory solutions which includes helping organizations to protect their digital assets effectively to mitigate the damaging financial, reputational and operational impacts that can result from cyber attacks.