From One Uniform to Another – Build a Second Career in Policing

At Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, we are proud to welcome individuals from military backgrounds into our policing team. We recognise the strength, leadership, and resilience you bring, qualities that are vital to the work we do and the communities we serve. Whether you are planning your transition or have recently left the military policing offers a natural next step. It is a role where your skills are recognised, your background is respected, and your contribution truly matters. You will take on new challenges with purpose and have clear opportunities to develop, specialise, and progress.

Why Join Us?

Your Armed Forces experience gives you a strong foundation for a meaningful career in policing, where you will protect the vulnerable, support communities, and make a real impact. It’s a career with clear pathways to specialise in areas like firearms, cybercrime, traffic, or public protection, alongside opportunities for promotion. You’ll receive excellent pay and benefits, including a competitive salary, allowances, a generous pension, paid leave, and support for work‑life balance. Veterans also receive tailored guidance from Armed Forces champions throughout the transition. Above all, you’ll gain purpose and belonging as part of a close‑knit team with shared values.

Support for Military Service leavers, joining us:

We value the skills, experience, and dedication of those who have served in the Armed Forces. If you’re a service leaver, we offer tailored support throughout your transition into policing:

• Dedicated Military Recruitment Officer – You’ll have a dedicated point of contact during the recruitment process to guide and support you every step of the way.
• Buddy Scheme – Once employed, you’ll be offered the opportunity to connect with a colleague who has already transitioned from military to police. They’ll be available for advice, support, and guidance as part of our Buddy Scheme.
• Armed Forces Covenant Commitment – We proudly uphold the Armed Forces Covenant, ensuring that those who serve or have served and their families are treated fairly and with respect in the communities they protect.
• Armed Forces Forum – Join a vibrant community of veterans, reservists, adult cadet leaders, and service family members. The forum meets regularly to discuss challenges faced by the armed forces community, share experiences and support and work together to improve conditions within the force and the wider community.

Pension Transfer Option – You may be eligible to transfer your military pension into the Police Pension Scheme. For personalised advice, please refer to:

AFPS 15 Continuity and Transfer Rules – Forces Pension Society

Police Pension Scheme | Business and economy | Hampshire County Council

Why choose policing?