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Latest G&D News and Blogs

  • Skills, Security Clearance & AI: Planning a Workforce in a Rapidly Evolving Environment
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    Skills, Security Clearance & AI: Planning a Workforce in a...

    On Wednesday 13 May, Sanderson Government & Defence, alongside HR World, hosted a panel event at The Mayfair Townhouse, bringing together leaders from across government, defence and industry.

    Genny Tuffery
    • Written by:
      Genny Tuffery
    • Relationship Partner - Government & Defence
  • Think Twice: The Risks of Accepting Counter-Offers in Defence & National Security
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    Think Twice: The Risks of Accepting Counter-Offers in Defence &...

    Career decisions carry weight in any sector, but in defence and national security there are added layers that can make those decisions harder to reverse. Here's why you should pause before accpeting a counter-offer.

    Alice Howe
    • Written by:
      Alice Howe
    • Talent Solutions Manager - G&D
  • Are Hiring Managers Missing Out on Talent by Chasing Active SC Clearance?
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    Are Hiring Managers Missing Out on Talent by Chasing Active SC...

    Are organisations unnecessarily shrinking their talent pool by focusing only on candidates with currently active SC clearance? Let's explore...

    Ben Halligan
    • Written by:
      Ben Halligan
    • Capability Lead - Data, Design & AI - Sanderson Government & Defence
  • SC Clearance in 2026: What You Need to Know
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    SC Clearance in 2026: What You Need to Know

    This article explains what SC Clearance is, why it’s increasingly in demand, and the smartest way to obtain it - particularly if contracting is your longer term goal.

    Ben Halligan
    • Written by:
      Ben Halligan
    • Capability Lead - Data, Design & AI - Sanderson Government & Defence
  • What DV Cleared Software Engineers Prioritise in Their Next Role
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    What DV Cleared Software Engineers Prioritise in Their Next Role

    The demand for DV cleared software engineers continues to exceed supply, making it essential for organisations to understand what these professionals value when considering a new opportunity. And several themes consistently stand out...

    James Kirby
    • Written by:
      James Kirby
    • Talent Solutions Partner
  • How to Turbo Charge Your Social Value: Turning Intent into Impact
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    How to Turbo Charge Your Social Value: Turning Intent into Impact

    Sanderson Government & Defence recently hosted a breakfast seminar focused on one of the most important challenges and opportunities facing the UK Public Sector and Defence today: how to create meaningful, measurable social value while delivering...

    Charlie Lambert
    • Written by:
      Charlie Lambert
    • Head of Client Development - Government & Defence
  • Sanderson G&D Presents: Levelling the Playing Field: Gender Equity in Fujitsu Defence

    Sanderson G&D Presents: Levelling the Playing Field: Gender...

    The teams at Sanderson Government & Defence and Fujitsu Defence & National Security are excited to share our podcast, Levelling the Playing Field: Gender Equity in Fujitsu Defence, which has come through joint commitment in fostering diversity in...

  • Disrupting Defence Procurement—With Pace, Precision, and People
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    Disrupting Defence Procurement—With Pace, Precision, and People

    The 2025 Strategic Defence Review has made one thing clear: Procurement must evolve , FAST.

    Josh Irving
    • Written by:
      Josh Irving
    • Head of Search - Government & Defence
  • Digital Skills Deficit in UK Government & Defence: A National Security Concern?
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    Digital Skills Deficit in UK Government & Defence: A National...

    Could a 'Skills First' agenda offer a new approach to workforce development, by focusing on aptitude and potential rather than traditional credentials?

    Nick Walrond
    • Written by:
      Nick Walrond
    • Managing Director - Sanderson Government & Defence
  • Podcast: Why a Skills-Based RTD Model De-Risks Hiring and Powers Business Performance
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    Podcast: Why a Skills-Based RTD Model De-Risks Hiring and Powers...

    Nick recently had the pleasure of joining a podcast exploring why in today it’s not who has the biggest brand or the deepest pockets that wins — it’s who can mobilise the right skills, at the right time, to drive real outcomes.

    Nick Walrond
    • Written by:
      Nick Walrond
    • Managing Director - Sanderson Government & Defence
  • Career Pathways for UK Veterans: From Military Service to Civilian Success
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    Career Pathways for UK Veterans: From Military Service to Civilian...

    Transitioning from military service to civilian life is a journey filled with both challenges and opportunities. This blog will explore the industries in which military leavers have key transferable skills, alongside tips for a smooth transition to...

    Michelle Wright
    • Written by:
      Michelle Wright
    • Head of Sales - Government & Defence
  • Cultivating Harmony White Paper: Strategies for a Multi-Generational Workforce
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    Cultivating Harmony White Paper: Strategies for a Multi-Generational...

    Sanderson Government & Defence is pleased to present this new White Paper produced in partnership with The HR World. The Paper provides a vital insight into the importance and potential of the multi-generational workforce and brings together the...

    Nick Walrond
    • Written by:
      Nick Walrond
    • Managing Director - Sanderson Government & Defence