Motivated, resilient and ready to get stuck in?
If that sounds like you, then you would be perfect for our team.
We are a dynamic and growing consultancy based in the UK, helping businesses across the defence sector achieve their business goals through expert advice, programme management and winning business excellence. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where individuals are empowered to learn and grow. Our customers also vary in size from multi-million-pound Defence Primes, smaller SMEs, and the MOD.
Find out more below
Current Vacancies
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Security
Please be aware that all roles at Day 1 People are subject to security restrictions.
These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.
Gold Armed Forces Covenant
As Gold Award holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme, we recognise that members of the Armed Forces community bring a wealth of transferable skills and experience. We proudly support those involved with the Armed Forces: veterans, young and old; our employees who choose to be members or the Reserve Forces; and our local cadets units.
If you are interested in applying and are a member of one of these communities, let us know before or after you apply at operations@day1people.com.
Accessibility
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment and hiring processes are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible for everyone.
If you would like us to do anything differently during the application process, such as process your application in an alternative format, please let us know before you apply or email us at operations@day1people.com
Associates
Day 1 People are looking to expand our capabilities and expertise - and we’re looking for associates!
If you have a background in Defence, National Security or Technology please fill in the form and let us know what you can do.
Helping you grow
Day 1 People isn’t only a job - its a place for you to learn and grow.
Here are some of the ways we support you…
Training Budget
Pension Contribution Matching
Private healthcare for employees and families
Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme
Salary Sacrifice Cycle-to-Work Scheme
Death in Service Payment
Support for veterans, reserves and adult cadet instructors
Day 1 People would not be possible without apprenticeships - our CEO, Andrew, started as one.
We are committed to supporting apprentices wherever we can. Read Archie’s story, our most recent apprentice, below.
Supporting Apprenticeships
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Archie joined D1P as an apprentice and split his time between work and study. He spent one day each week focusing on his formal qualification, with the remaining four days gaining hands-on experience at work. Archie made clear the level of support he received:
“Once I was in, the company were great with me in terms of time management… I was supported by an excellent network.”
As part of a small business, Archie had direct access to our senior and management team. With decades of industry experience, they introduced him to best practice methods and how our company operates. He could approach senior leaders for advice on his development and career choices, while team members at his own level helped with practical tasks:
“People in senior leadership positions who were able to help me mould my skillset and support me as I established the direction I wished my career to go in, as well as others that were much closer to my level, and able to provide detailed support on tasks where required.”
This approach gave Archie practical skills and workplace knowledge, which he combined with his studies for career growth.
What did you do at Day 1 People?
Archie worked across sectors including Defence, Telecommunications (5G), Software, and Engineering & R&D through his experience at D1P. In each sector, Archie used and developed skills in specific areas offered by D1P, such as Project Management, Bid Management, Opportunity Identification, and Campaign Management.
“D1P gave me the opportunity to work under a variety of people, on a number of client projects”
Through close collaboration with project directors, bid managers, and technical consultants, Archie refined his professional approach and learned to adapt to different client needs. This wide exposure allowed him to handle both technical and commercial challenges on live projects. Archie played a hands-on role in project delivery and client-facing tasks, building directly on the service lines D1P provides.
His time as an apprentice gave him end-to-end project insight, from identifying new business, through campaign and bid delivery, to successful project management and close-out.
A Different Route
“I felt I would be much better suited to an environment where I could make a real-world difference, while continuing to learn and gain qualifications”
An apprenticeship provided Archie with a different route, and a chance to get stuck in to the real world of work and advance his career. The knowledge and connections he made have set him up for a successful path.
“Looking back now, this was absolutely the right decision.”
From Apprentice to Consultant
After completing his apprenticeship, Archie moved into a Delivery Manager role. He works directly with industry partners and civil servants. This role lets Archie continue his progress and apply his APM Associate Project Manager qualification. He now manages project delivery and coordinates across teams to achieve targets.