{"id":20679,"date":"2026-10-14T15:14:40","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T15:14:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lindstromgroup.com\/uk\/?p=20679"},"modified":"2026-10-14T15:18:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T15:18:58","slug":"armed-forces-silver-award","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lindstromgroup.com\/uk\/article\/armed-forces-silver-award\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Continued Commitment to the Armed Forces Community"},"content":{"rendered":"\n    <div\n        id=\"block_7ceb8a7edfd55e6bda8c352e42fa830c\"\n        class=\"hero-sub hero-sub--block_7ceb8a7edfd55e6bda8c352e42fa830c  flex flex-col-reverse lg:flex-row justify-between bg-dark-blue text-white\"\n    >        \n        <div class=\"flex flex-col gap-5 pt-10 pb-5 grow px-5 lg:px-20\">\n            <div class=\"flex flex-col justify-center gap-3 grow max-w-[var(--container-text-max)]\">\n                <h1 class=\"!mb-0 !text-white !text-title-medium lg:!text-title-large !font-bold hyphens-auto break-words\">\n     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<div class=\"lindstrom-container lindstrom-container--text items-stretch\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n        <div \n        id=\"cta-country-block_c4943cd084cb132406ba4798f1faf681\" \n        class=\"cta-country\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"flex flex-col gap-5\" style=\"align-items: flex-start\">\n                                        <div class=\"cta-text\"><p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW144001394 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144001394 BCX0\">Lindstr\u00f6m UK&#8217;s continued commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW144001394 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144001394 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lindstr\u00f6m UK is a proud holder of the Silver Award under the Ministry of Defence&#8217;s Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), a recognition we have maintained for several years as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Employer Recognition Scheme recognises organisations that demonstrate their support for veterans, reservists, cadet force volunteers, service leavers and military families.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As an existing Silver Award holder, we are currently working through the process 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                                 <div class=\"cta-text\"><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Lindstr\u00f6m, we recognise the experience and skills that people from the Armed Forces community bring to the workplace.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Leadership, teamwork, resilience and the ability to adapt to challenging situations are just some of the qualities developed through military service and volunteering. These skills are equally valuable in civilian careers, helping to strengthen teams and support day-to-day operations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They also reflect <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lindstromgroup.com\/our-people\/our-culture\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">our We Care culture<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, where respect, responsibility and supporting one another are part of how we work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We understand that some colleagues balance their careers with ongoing commitments to the Reserve Forces or Cadet organisations. As an Armed Forces-friendly employer, we recognise the importance of supporting these commitments while providing opportunities for people to develop their careers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                        <div class=\"cta-button-container cta-button-container--row\">\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>For me, supporting the Armed Forces community is about recognising the people behind the service. Whether they are Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, veterans, serving personnel or family members, they bring a wealth of experience, commitment and resilience that enrich both our workplace and our communities. At Lindstr\u00f6m, this reflects our We Care culture and our belief that businesses have a role to play in supporting the communities around them. We are proud to work closely with the Ministry of Defence and to support colleagues connected to the Armed Forces community, recognising the positive contribution they make both inside and outside of work.&#8221;\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Adam Hunt, HR Manager at Lindstr\u00f6m UK<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"803\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/d2ris6qfzcz0wn.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/07\/Adam-Hunt-803x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18235\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:20px;border-top-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-left-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2ris6qfzcz0wn.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/07\/Adam-Hunt-803x1024.jpg 803w, https:\/\/d2ris6qfzcz0wn.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/07\/Adam-Hunt-235x300.jpg 235w, https:\/\/d2ris6qfzcz0wn.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/07\/Adam-Hunt-768x979.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2ris6qfzcz0wn.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/07\/Adam-Hunt.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 803px) 100vw, 803px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n        <div \n        id=\"cta-country-block_8f9e24e6ebc03348a0e38b8431e4006b\" \n        class=\"cta-country\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"flex flex-col gap-5\" style=\"align-items: flex-start\">\n                            <h4 class='!text-title-subhead-mobile lg:!text-title-subhead !text-grey-100 !font-bold !my-0'>                    Supporting those who serve and have served                <\/h4>                                        <div class=\"cta-text\"><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For colleagues with personal experience of the Armed Forces, this recognition carries particular significance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The experience gained through military service can be particularly valuable in areas such as health and safety, operations and team management, where responsibility, communication and making decisions under pressure are essential.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                        <div class=\"cta-button-container cta-button-container--row\">\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n\n\n        <div \n        id=\"cta-country-block_64e1b0d78cbc29b2858858ac52f85cf5\" \n        class=\"cta-country\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"flex flex-col gap-5\" style=\"align-items: flex-start\">\n                            <h4 class='!text-title-subhead-mobile lg:!text-title-subhead !text-grey-100 !font-bold !my-0'>                    Continuing our commitment to the Armed Forces community                 <\/h4>                                        <div class=\"cta-text\"><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintaining our Silver Award status reflects Lindstr\u00f6m UK&#8217;s continued commitment to being an Armed Forces-friendly employer and recognising the valuable contribution of the Armed Forces community.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We actively welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, military spouses and the wider Armed Forces community.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We recognise that transitioning into civilian employment or balancing work with military commitments can bring different challenges. Our aim is to provide a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lindstromgroup.com\/uk\/careers\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">supportive workplace<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> where people feel respected, valued and encouraged to develop their careers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our Silver Award status reflects an ongoing commitment, rather than a one-off achievement. We will continue to support the Armed Forces community and encourage those with military connections to explore career opportunities with Lindstr\u00f6m.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We will continue to recognise the contribution of the Armed Forces community and encourage those with military connections to explore opportunities with Lindstr\u00f6m<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                        <div class=\"cta-button-container cta-button-container--row\">\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n\n\n        <div \n        id=\"cta-country-block_91920e138830f39d81e32c9a97943f1a\" \n        class=\"cta-country\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"flex flex-col gap-5\" style=\"align-items: flex-start\">\n                            <h4 class='!text-title-subhead-mobile lg:!text-title-subhead !text-grey-100 !font-bold !my-0'>                    Interested in joining Lindstr\u00f6m?                 <\/h4> 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