Against a backdrop of rising global tensions and a recruitment crisis within the defence industry, we commissioned research into public perception of the Defence Enterprise to better understand people's views about careers in defence. Our research also explored how to attract skills and talent across a full network of organisations, industries and activities - both public and private sector - within the defence sector.
As the face of warfare changes we will need the skills of multiple generations to meet these new challenges. Our research has revealed a clear shift, particularly among Gen Z and Millennials, towards a career in the Defence Enterprise.
“Not only is a career in defence critical to our country, but it offers a unique and rewarding career.”
Doug Umbers
Managing Director, UK Defence
The Human Factor
Our defence research
Our research is helping us better understand the views of people across the country to a career in the defence enterprise - take a first look at our report findings.
Gen Z defence careers
Over half of young Britons are more inclined to consider careers in defence due to geopolitical turmoil.
Purpose over pay - the priorities of Gen Z
Gen Z prioritise meaningful work over pay when it comes to their career, our independent research has found.
