FDM Group Plc

FDM Group is a strategic talent partner that trains and places tech and business professionals. Its 'Recruit, Train & Deploy' model provides a great opportunity for service leavers to build an IT or consulting career, with world-class training and experience with leading clients.

An award-winning FTSE 250 employer, FDM achieved the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award in 2017 for employing veterans and reservists. In 2021 it won Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards.

FDM has a dedicated ex-forces recruitment team, making up 10% of the UK workforce. They actively target veterans from all services and ranks. A tailored Ex-Forces Programme provides training, job opportunities and ongoing support.

From initial contact and assessment to ensure aptitude, veterans undertake paid training courses run by ex-forces staff in FDM's Academy. Training is accredited by TechUK and designed to meet current IT and business needs.

With skills gained, consultants are placed on client sites including banks, insurers, utilities, media firms and government. Focus is on continual development, with progression into FDM or permanent client roles.

FDM has over 215 veteran employees and has trained 800+ since 2014. Roles range from project management to software development, data, testing, business analysis and more. Experience is not needed, just willingness to learn. £25-30k starting salaries can reach £200k for experienced hires.

Veterans have brought valued skills like integrity, drive and teamwork to FDM. Their ability to deliver and manage stakeholders is appreciated internally and by clients. Support for PTSD suffers through a charity partnership aids wellbeing and retention.

With flexible and hybrid working, extra leave for reservists and guaranteed roles after mobilisation, FDM provides a welcoming environment. Ongoing training, career development and its dedicated ex-forces focus make it an exceptional place for veterans to transition into thriving second careers.