Grade: RCS Grade K
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: Remote with UK wide travel
DHL Supply Chain is the World's leading logistics company, and we are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Military Engagement Partner to join our team and play a key role in shaping our future.
If you are passionate about optimising outputs, harnessing the skillsets of Service leavers and providing a key link to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on matters including the Employment Recognition Scheme and Military Covenant, this is your chance to make a significant impact.
✅WHAT YOU'LL DO
* You will manage a Military Engagement Programme of work, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and objectives.
* Support and optimise the contribution of veterans within the business, while also developing the profile of DHL within the military community.
* Act as the primary liaison with the MoD for Employment Recognition Scheme (ERS) and Military Covenant matters, including engagement with Defence Relationship Managers (DRM) and related military recruitment initiatives.
* Plan, coordinate, and represent the organisation at military and veteran recruitment fairs across the UK, including arranging all required funding, equipment and resources.
* Partner with the internal Resourcing Team to identify key workforce pinch points and attract ex-service personnel into appropriate roles.
* Coordinate the recording of veteran's skillsets to ensure the business can employ talent in the most productive way possible.
* Communicate DHL activity within the military environment to contribute to the social value landscape.
* Coordinate the Military Steering Committee and drive its outputs.
✅WHAT YOU'LL BRING
* Recent military experience at Senior Non-Commissioned Officer level or above.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* A self-starting can do attitude is vital in this role.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* Proficiency in using IT systems especially Microsoft Office Suite.
* Understanding of Joint military culture, structures and roles and responsibilities.
* Have a high attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
* Desirable – knowledge of the recruitment processes used in complex organisations.
✅WHY JOIN US?
* Private Medical Insurance
* 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days
* Discretionary bonus based on performance
* We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
* Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
* Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
* Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
* Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
* Visit to learn more
WHO WE ARE
We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.
BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE
At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.
As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.
Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 5th January date. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.
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