Nikki Craig, DHL Supply Chain's SVP HR UK&I, on the talent pool HR's missing out on

Ex-military personnel can bring a wealth of experience and skills to the workplace, with figures from Barclays estimating that 12,000 to 20,000 veterans are leaving the UK army every year, many of whom are working age.

With thousands of high-skilled potential staff out there, it is up to businesses to utilise them in a way that is beneficial to both employer and employee.