LET'S
CHANGE
THIS
What Are We Doing About This
Why WE started
A Message from Joanne, Founder of Beyond the CV.
Beyond the CV wasn't created in a boardroom or as part of a business strategy. It began with a simple job advert.
As a military spouse and business owner, I wanted to create an opportunity for someone who understood the realities of military life. Within 24 hours, 121 military spouses applied.
Behind every application was an incredibly talented person with skills, qualifications and determination—but the same heartbreaking message kept appearing:
"I just need someone to give me a chance."
That was the moment Beyond the CV was born.
WHAT WE DO
We're committed to creating opportunities, championing flexible working & recognising potential.
From employing military spouses, mentoring aspiring professionals to working alongside Armed Forces charities we're committed to turning our values into action.
Many organisations want to better support military spouses & the wider Armed Forces community. They just don't know where to start. That's why we're happy to share our experiences, practical guidance and lessons learned completely free of charge.
Whether you're reviewing your recruitment process, exploring flexible working or looking to create more inclusive opportunities, we're always happy to help.
No consultancy fees. No obligation. Just a shared commitment.
THE CHARTER
By signing the Charter, organisations pledge to challenge recruitment bias, value resilience & transferable skills, and create fairer opportunities for military spouses and others with non-traditional career journeys.
Whether you employ 1 person or five thousand, signing the Charter demonstrates your commitment to more inclusive recruitment & a workplace where talent is recognised in all its forms.
By signing the Charter, you pledge to:
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Recognise potential alongside experience.
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Challenge assumptions about employment history.
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Value resilience, adaptability & transferable skills.
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Recruit with fairness, dignity & respect.
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Support inclusive & flexible recruitment where possible.
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Help create opportunities based on talent, not assumptions.
CHARTER LEVELs
Every organisation starts somewhere. The Beyond the CV Recognition Programme celebrates employers who are committed to creating fairer recruitment & recognising talent beyond traditional career paths.
Whether you're taking your first step or leading the movement, every level demonstrates a genuine commitment to opportunity.
Supporter
"We believe in the movement."
Champion
"We're putting our commitment into practice."
Founding Partner
"We believed from the very beginning."
Gold Partner
"Leading the movement."
Meet The Beyond The CV Team.
Joanne Bowmer
Founder of JB Property Law & Veteran Spouse
Amy Lovely
Beyond the CV Champion & Military Spouse
