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Ex-Armed Forces Careers

We get it. Life after the forces is a big change, but your skills might be exactly what we’re looking for.

Supporting your next step, wherever you are in your journey

Whether you’re preparing to leave the armed forces or have already transitioned into civilian life, we understand that finding the right next role matters. At TXO, we’re committed to supporting both service leavers and those who are already building their careers beyond the forces.

Your time in the military has equipped you with valuable, real-world skills: leadership, resilience, teamwork and the ability to perform under pressure. These aren’t just relevant here, they’re essential to how we operate. Here at TXO, you can apply them in a new environment where they’re recognised and valued.

Why join TXO?

You may be stepping into your first civilian role, or you might already have experience outside the forces and be looking for your next move. Either way, your background brings a strong foundation that sets you apart.

The ability to solve problems, adapt quickly and take ownership translates directly into success at TXO. Whether your experience is in engineering, logistics, operations, communications or leadership, there’s a place here for people who are motivated, reliable and ready for their next challenge.

We know your experience may not always look like a direct match on paper, but the strengths you’ve built through service are highly transferable and deeply valued across our business.

Supporting your transition from the forces – and your progression

We recognise that everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we provide support not only for those leaving the forces, but also for ex-forces professionals looking to grow their careers.

When you join TXO, you can expect:

  • A structured onboarding process to help you settle in
  • Training and development tailored to your role and experience
  • Ongoing support from experienced colleagues
  • Clear opportunities to progress and build a long-term career

Whether you’re starting fresh or taking the next step, we’ll support you in building confidence, developing your skills and shaping your future.

Meet our team that served

Louis Vipond

Infantry Soldier

Business Development Executive

Louis served in the British Army as an infantry soldier with The Rifles Regiment, specialising in telecommunications, and today he brings that same discipline, confidence, and people‑focused mindset to TXO’s Business Development team.

My role in the forces was as a British Army infantry soldier with The Rifles Regiment, where I specialised in telecommunications during my service. My current role is being part of an excellent Business Development team.

Leaving the forces can be extremely challenging for many different reasons, one of which is the significant lifestyle change that comes with serving abroad and adapting to civilian life. In the forces, it is not just a job — it is a way of life — and transitioning away from that is not always simple.

Like most people leaving the forces, you gain a wide range of valuable skills and experiences. For me, the most important were people skills and self-confidence. These qualities have placed me in a strong position for my career at TXO.

One of the most rewarding parts of my journey so far has been how easily and almost naturally I fitted in with the team at TXO. Being surrounded by fantastic colleagues on a daily basis makes everything much easier. Camaraderie is a huge part of life in the forces and is often what people miss most when they leave, so finding that same sense of teamwork again has been incredible.

My advice to those leaving the forces would be this: there is a saying in the forces that “the grass is not always greener on the other side,” but I believe the grass is only as green as you make it. Have faith in yourself, prepare for success at the earliest opportunity, and the rewards will follow. Ultimately, you decide your own path.

John Teasdale

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Group CTO

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Pete Toms

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Head of Field Services

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Kevin Taylor MBE

Group Chairman

Kevin is Chairman of TXO Group. Kevin’s expertise in emerging, global, and growth markets, investor and government relations, and in technology and services ventures was honed during an international executive career spanning over 30 years. Kevin is the current Chairman of Indigo, the Chairman of Fu3e, and a Director of Alumni Services. Kevin was previously President, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and Turkey in BT and a Member of the Global Services Leadership team reporting to the CEO. His career at BT involved international leadership roles in emerging markets since 2003.

He was a Consultant to BT and CAA Sports and is a Voting Member of the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Kevin was previously Chairman of Securecloud+, a Director of Hong Kong Rugby Union, Transmode plc and Hyder Consulting plc, was Chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong between 2012 and 2014, and also Deputy Chair of the English Schools Foundation. He was awarded the MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List in 2019.

Ian Grose

Group CFO

Prior to joining TXO, Ian held senior financial leadership roles across the transport and technology sectors, including as Group CFO at The Go-Ahead Group and NZ Bus. He has extensive experience in business transformation, mergers and acquisitions, and delivering high-value exits for private equity-backed organisations. Ian is also skilled in implementing ERP systems and managing financial arrangements to support strategic growth.

Simon Wort

Group CEO

Simon joined TXO as Group Chief Commercial Officer in early 2024 and was later appointed Group CEO in September 2024. Simon has extensive commercial leadership and M&A experience across enterprise, mid-market and private equity backed organisations. Most recently Simon was Chief Revenue Officer at ITS Technology Group and has previously held senior and board level roles at Vodafone, Verizon, ARO and as CEO of Intercity Technology in the Netherlands. Simon’s commercial vision and approach is attuned to the company’s objective of driving growth through sustainable innovation in the technology and telecom network sectors.

Our commitment to the armed forces community

We’re proud to support the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and military families. We understand the value that armed forces experience brings and we’re committed to creating an environment where that background is recognised as a strength. For us, this is about more than recruitment. It’s about creating meaningful opportunities, offering the right support and ensuring people from armed forces backgrounds can thrive in civilian careers.

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