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Join the UK's Leading Recruitment Event for UK Veterans

Taking place at Ashton Gate Stadium, The Veteran UK EXPO Bristol provides service leavers the opportunity to see how their military skills can assist you in transitioning to a civilian job. The EXPO is free to attend and will allow you to network with hiring companies face to face.

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Benefits of visiting

Network with hiring managers and recruitment agencies

Network with hiring managers and recruitment agencies

Bristol and the surrounding counties in the south west of England are home to some of the largest defence companies, government departments and, of course, MOD (Abbey Wood). Use this rare opportunity to browse the different employers in the region. Explore why so many companies see the benefits of hiring military skills.

Discover roles not available online 

Discover roles not available online 


By attending the Veteran UK EXPO, you can access exclusive, unlisted vacancies, providing you with a competitive edge in your job search. For the first year ever, Bristol EXPO will be held at the Ashton Gate Stadium, accommodating an unprecedented number of exhibitors and companies wanting to give details about their newest opportunities, in-person.

Gain an understanding of companies exhibiting, and talk to recruiters on a one-to-one basis

Gain an understanding of companies exhibiting, and talk to recruiters on a one-to-one basis

Use this rare opportunity to connect with employers around the South West in-person. Ask questions: from application processes, to the type of culture in the company, to the projects that they're working on. Thousands of visitors utilise this EXPO as a platform to find their next job opportunities: so this is your chance to turn up and be an engaged and memorable candidate.

Attend speaker sessions to hear directly from employers within your sector

Attend speaker sessions to hear directly from employers within your sector


More than just a job fair, this EXPO is also an opportunity to brush up your understanding of the sector with tailored sessions. Attend the CV workshop sessions and understand from ex-military how to best promote yourself and your skillset.

Don't just take our word for it 

 hear directly from past visitors

“What I loved most was the variety of employers. I spoke to representatives from many of the stands and they were all actively looking for ex-forces candidates. It was great to feel valued for my military experience.”
Sarah M., Former RAF Logistics Officer (Attendee)

Typical Job Titles of some of our attendees

  • Air Defence Gunner
  • Armourer
  • Aviation Ground Crew
  • Avionics Technician
  • Communications Engineer
  • Cyber Space Communications Specialist
  • Digital Communications Technician
  • Dog Handler
  • Driver
  • Drone Pilot
  • Education and Training Officer
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Electronic Warfare
  • Electronics Technician
  • EOD and Search
  • Ground Officer
  • Household Cavalry
  • HR Specialist
  • Infantry Soldier
  • Information Services Engineer
  • Intelligence Officer
  • Logistics Supply Specialist
  • Marine Engineer
  • NCO
  • Network Engineer
  • Officer
  • Operations Director
  • Operator Military Intelligence
  • Paratrooper
  • Petty Officer
  • Physical Training Instructor
  • Pilot
  • Project Manager
  • Royal Marine
  • Royal Military Police
  • Royal Signals Officer
  • Signals Intelligence
  • Submariner
  • Supply Chain Specialist
  • Surveyor
  • Un-crewed aerial systems
  • Vehicle Mechanic
  • Warrant Officer
  • Weapons Engineer

 

We cover other locations throughout the year

Manchester

Thursday 10th July 2025

Manchester Central

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Cheltenham

Thursday 4th September 2025

Cheltenham Racecourse

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Visitor passes are FREE and provide access to all co-located events:

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