United Living signs Armed Forces Covenant
Above: On 8th October 2024, Neil Armstrong, Chairman and CEO of United Living Group was joined by Lieutenant Antonio Valente, Assistant Naval Regional Command, Strat Plans, Lieutenant Colonel Kenny Nixon, Commanding Officer, 75 Engineers and Wing Commander Martin Morris, AIR Regional Employer Engagement Officer, North-West,at United Living Group, Lingley Mere Business Park, Warrington, Cheshire to mark the signing.
Courtesy United Living Group
The Covenant is a voluntary pledge that acknowledges the sacrifices made by those who serve in the UK Armed Forces and commits to support the welfare, employment and education of the armed forces community and their families, whilst promoting the skills and qualities that military personnel can bring to the workplace.
United Living joins more than 12,000 organisations across a wide range of sectors including education, manufacturing, the charity sector, hospitality, retail and financial services.
Neil Armstrong, Chairman and CEO of United Living Group commented: “United Living Group is proud to sign the Armed Forces Covenant and support those who have served in the military and their families. With more than 80 veterans in our business currently, we recognise the valuable contribution in terms of skills and values that employees from military backgrounds make across our business and within the community.
“We are committed to attracting a more diverse workforce into the infrastructure, housing and construction sectors and address the ever-growing skills gap. We want to provide every opportunity for military personnel to bring their expertise into a rewarding career at United Living Group.”
Jan Cox, Regional Employer Engagement Director, Ministry of Defence commented: “Today, we are proud and honoured to welcome United Living Group into our Armed Forces Covenant family. As a Forces Friendly organisation, they are clearly an employer of choice for Defence People and the wider community. We salute you.”
