• Replies 29 replies
  • Subscribers 9 subscribers
  • Views 6826 views
  • Users 0 members are here
Options
Related

Mid-Career Transition To HR

Simon

Hi

I am a mid-40s senior RAF officer currently looking at options outside of the service. I have a largely operational background but have undertaken several roles with formal HR responsibilities. My current role is HR/training focused and strategic in outlook,which I am really enjoying. I am looking to undertake a distance learning CIPD Level 7 qualification throughout 18/19 to enhance my skills in this area and potentially make me more employable in the future.  I am considering HR as a future employment route and ideally at a reasonably senior level. Is this achievable and will the Level 7 qualification make me more attractive to potential employers?  I would be very grateful for any advice.  

Parents
  • Hi Simon,
    If you havent already, go to the Officers Association. They'll give you some industry contacts who will be able to advise if it's worth your while undertaking the Level 7 at this stage, if even you don't want to start networking yet.
    Also, consider the AMAC at Manchester Business School as part of your resettlement - it will fill in the commercial gaps in your knowlege.
    Good luck!
    Liz
  • in reply to Liz
    Elizabeth

    Thanks for the really good advice. I am going to e-mail the OA to see if they have any good contacts. I have heard very positive reports about the AMAC and recognise my lack of commercial awareness is an area for rapid improvement. Thank you for taking the time to comment.
Reply
  • in reply to Liz
    Elizabeth

    Thanks for the really good advice. I am going to e-mail the OA to see if they have any good contacts. I have heard very positive reports about the AMAC and recognise my lack of commercial awareness is an area for rapid improvement. Thank you for taking the time to comment.
Children
No Data