Officers' Association Scotland

22/05/2026

It's that time of year again! 🍻

Join us on Thursday 18th June in All Bar One for our Summer Networking Drinks. This is a great opportunity to grab a chilled pint with fellow service leavers and veterans, and catch up with the fabulous OAS Team members.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Book now: https://lnkd.in/eWKuibZf

21/05/2026

We’re delighted to announce our exclusive Defence Insight Event, tailored specifically for service leavers and veterans!

Join us to gain a comprehensive overview of the defence sector before hearing from Scotland’s leading employers in the industry. From there, we'll dive into detailed discussions about each organisation, their current job vacancies and learn how you can be a part of shaping the future of the defence industry.

🔄 Discover how your transferable skills and experiences from the military translate into civilian defence roles.
🔍 Gain valuable insights into career opportunities, pathways and resources available to support you in your new career.
🤝 Network with leading industry professionals to discuss future opportunities.

🗓 Event Date: 25 June 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
👉 Book now to secure your place: https://lnkd.in/e3DYyXfQ

18/05/2026

One of the best investments you can make during your resettlement journey is taking part in our free CV and Interview Workshops.
Still unsure? Don’t just take our word for it. Hear from those who’ve experienced it first hand.

Ready to boost your job prospects? Join our upcoming workshops in Glasgow!

📄 CV Workshop
🗓 Date: 9th June
📍 Location: Glasgow APC
⏰ Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Book now: https://lnkd.in/eiaG7WRr

💬 Interview Workshop
🗓 Date: 9th June
📍 Location: Glasgow APC
⏰ Time: 3:15pm – 4:30pm
Book now: https://lnkd.in/ekNjBBEp

02/05/2026

29/04/2026

🎖️ Calling all ex‑officers! 🐾

Do you miss the thrill of training others?
Helping your team thrive through firm guidance, clear boundaries, and well‑timed praise?
Good news! We’ve got the posting for you 😉

These junior recruits are on the lookout for calm, confident leaders to become Volunteer Puppy Raisers with Guide Dogs Scotland 🦮
There are flexible volunteering options to fit around work and life, including:
✅ Evenings and weekends
✅ Weekends only
✅ Providing a temporary home for a trainee guide dog

This International Guide Dog Day, why not put your experience to paws‑itive use?
Join the army of volunteer puppy raisers across the country, helping to raise the next generation of life-changing guide dogs. To find opportunities near you, please visit www.guidedogs.org.uk/puppyraising

27/04/2026

Signed up for our upcoming Employers’ Event?
Did you know we have over 40 ex-military friendly employers attending??
Why not get interview-ready first! 💪

Take your preparation to the next level with our FREE CV and Interview Workshops.
Designed specifically for service leavers and veterans, these sessions will help you walk into the evening event confident, prepared, and ready to impress.

🎯 CV & Interview Workshops
📅 14 May 2026
📍 New Haig House
📝 CV Workshop: 13:00 – 15:30
👉 Book now: https://lnkd.in/eCdBSrKV
🎤 Interview Workshop: 15:45 – 16:45
👉 Book Now: https://lnkd.in/eyPcxNx7

🤝 Employers’ Event
📅 14 May 2026
⏰ 18:30 – 20:30
📍 Blackrock, Edinburgh
👉 Book Now: https://lnkd.in/erDUBks2

✅ Prepare.
✅ Build confidence.
✅ Make the most of the Employers’ Event.

22/04/2026

🤝 SALARY NEGOTIATION LIVE PANEL🤝
Whether you are a service leaver or a veteran, this is an event you can't afford to miss.

📅 Thursday 7th May
⏲️ 18:30 - 20:30
📍 Waxy O'Connors' Glasgow

15/04/2026

ONE MONTH TO GO!

Edinburgh, we are bringing our next employers event your way and it's going to be huge.

Come and hear elevator pitches from Scotland's top ex-military employers, and make those all important connections during the networking power-hour.

Big thank you to our wonderful hosts, BlackRock. We can't wait to see you there!

📆 Thursday 14th May
⏲️ 18:30 - 20:30
📍 Blackrock, Edinburgh
💥 Book your space now!
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=bnoLnqJTDU2WNfo-f95tmqHodw3mts9DrQ1Lq7w9FndUNExYNjdKR1hTNlRPME0wVk9DWlVGNTlINS4u

13/04/2026

💥 MEET THE SPEAKERS - SALARY NEGOTIATION💥
Get ready, Glasgow! We have four incredible speakers lined up, each bringing powerful insights from the worlds of HR and talent acquisition, along with their own real‑life job‑hunting stories.

Alex Cross - Director of Standards and Performance, CalMac Ferries Limited
Andy Paterson - HR Director, Iron Mountain
Tracy Thomson - Board of Trustees, Officers' Association Scotland
William Baxter - Head of HR, InterGen

Expect actionable tips on when and how to negotiate, smart strategies for opening conversations, and how to decode compensation packages with confidence.
Our moderator, Jane Burns, will also be taking live questions from the floor.
This is one event you simply can’t afford to miss!

Book now to secure your place - this one will fill up fast!
https://lnkd.in/e_FgQV-K

05/04/2026

MILITARY EMPLOYERS EVENT IN EDINBURGH!

WHEN: Thursday 14th May 2026.
WHERE: Blackrock, Edinburgh
TIME: 18:30 - 20:30

If you’re leaving the forces or a veteran looking for a new role, don’t miss this chance to hear elevator pitches from local, national and global military friendly employers! Representing a wide variety of sectors and roles, our speakers will share valuable insights helping you make informed decisions about your future career path before we grab a drink and network.

We have an incredible line up of employers attending, with more TBC. This is an event not to be missed.

Book now: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=bnoLnqJTDU2WNfo-f95tmqHodw3mts9DrQ1Lq7w9FndUNExYNjdKR1hTNlRPME0wVk9DWlVGNTlINS4u