Take the next step and pick up where you left off.
People take career breaks for many reasons. We know that career returners bring a wealth of skills and strengths to the workplace – we’ve seen it time and again.
Our career returners pathway is available in the United Kingdom for those with career breaks of more than two years.
Get support with structure
Our six-month structured roles give you the support you need to return to the workplace with confidence – especially after a significant time away.
A like-minded network
Motivation is key – self-starters who find value in doing their best is what we look for. We want you to own your tasks and strive for excellence.
Potential to join us
We present a potential opportunity for permanent, full-time employment when you successfully complete the programme – it’s a great fit for both.
Big thinkers
We look for people who approach tasks with an analytical view and will always to rise to challenges.
Motivated
Motivation is key – self-starters who find value in doing their best is what we look for. We want you to own your tasks and strive for excellence.
Enthusiastic
It’s not just about motivation, you have to enjoy your day to day. We look for people who care and bring that passion to the job.
Where is it available in the UK?
Our programme runs at most of our UK offices, depending on the role. Please include your location when registering your interest and we’ll be sure to match you with the best office.
How to apply
Simply register your interest at the links below. Vacancies are open year-round, and applications are regularly assessed. If there’s a role that’s a good fit, we’ll be in touch.
Build your career after the military – find career opportunities for service leavers with us.
Military veterans and service leavers have a wealth of transferable skills – from leadership and strategic thinking to crisis management.
These strengths are welcomed at Turner & Townsend. We offer a supportive and inclusive professional environment to make the transition from military to civilian life easy.
Build the identity you deserve
We offer a structured pathway for you to carve out your new career after service, with many opportunities for progression. Have confidence in your next step – we're there to support you.
Join a supportive veteran community
Our Veteran Community Network of 200 members provides a ‘soft landing’ to civilian employment. The community will also be an ongoing resource and will provide valuable opportunities for networking.
Remain a reservist
Do you have an ongoing commitment to the armed forces? We support employees who choose to continue roles as reservists.
Problem solvers
The military offers practical opportunities for making plans – and adjusting as needed. We look for people who approach every situation with an agile mindset and consider its strategic context.
Leaders
Whether you've led a section of eight soldiers or a battlegroup of 600, your experience has shown the power of teamwork. You will have experience leading, motivating and challenging diverse teams.
Communicators
Your role in the military will have given you real-life exposure to stakeholder and conflict management, and you will have learned to actively listen and implement changes.
Simply register your interest at the links below. Vacancies are open year-round, and applications are regularly assessed. If there’s a role that’s a good fit, we’ll be in touch.
Build a meaningful career that respects culture and creates lasting change.
Our industry has an important role to play in creating a greener, more inclusive future. That future can’t be shaped by a single perspective – it needs diverse voices, experiences and ways of thinking.
Indigenous communities bring vital knowledge, deep connection to land and culture, and insights that should help guide the way forward. We’re committed to creating clear, supported pathways into our industry so Indigenous peoples not only thrive here, but lead.
By joining us, you won’t just be building your career. You’ll be helping shape projects that honour culture, heritage and connection to place.
We recognise the unique identities and histories of Indigenous peoples, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia, First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada, Māori and Pacific peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand, and more.
How we support Indigenous talent and enterprise
We support Indigenous careers through bursaries, apprenticeships, cadetships and training and mentoring programmes.
Beyond careers, we also champion Indigenous enterprise – building long-term partnerships with businesses, supporting supplier development and collaborating on community-led projects and initiatives.
Developed paid cadetship programmes, with part-time roles during study and full-time work during breaks, creating pathways to permanent positions.
Partnered with Indigenous job networks and career fairs to support targeted recruitment.
Sponsored five cohorts of Indigenous businesses through Australia’s first supplier micro-credential for Indigenous businesses.
Launched a joint recruitment campaign with CBRE Canada to strengthen Indigenous representation.
Partnered with Yalari to support Indigenous education through tutoring and long-term sponsorship for Indigenous students.
Rolled out training to build cultural awareness, deepen understanding of Indigenous histories and strengthen intercultural competency.
Our Reconciliation action plans set out the steps we’re taking to build stronger relationships with Indigenous communities, improve cultural understanding, and contribute to economic and social inclusion.
Reconciliation is not a one-off commitment – it’s ongoing work we do in collaboration with our people, partners and the communities we serve.
Whether you're starting out, exploring a new path or bringing your experience to new challenges, we’d love to hear from you.
Express your interest through the links below to join our talent pool and learn more about our Indigenous employment opportunities.
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