Meet The Team

Andrew Jackson

Founder & Managing Director

Andrew founded SaluteMyJob in 2014 as a social enterprise, providing specialist consulting services to ‘Forces Friendly' organisations and employment support to members of the military community. After a full career in the Army, he enjoyed a rewarding second career with Kenexa, a specialist HR science and technology company, and then IBM. Andrew sits on the Board of VetJobs in the US and is a volunteer mentor for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

Nicholas Wells

Head of Search

Coming soon...

Aine Brown

Operations Director

Aine has worked in the HRO and Recruitment Industry since 1998, first for Lansdowne and then Arinso and NorthgateArinso. Holding Senior Manager and Director positions, implementing and overseeing outsourced services to some of the UK's largest employers. Her specialities include service design and operation, client relations and a core focus on great service through customer and candidate experience.

Alex Joy

Senior Account Manager

With over a decade of experience as a recruitment consultant, I specialise in technical engineering, and tech including hardware, software and cyber security. I have worked across aerospace, defence, manufacturing all the way to operational and back office positions for tech start-ups and digital marketing agencies. My extensive career has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements within most recruitment industries. I care about connecting top-tier talent with leading organisations to help recruit niche skills globally. Outside of recruiting, I like the simple pleasures in life, sports, travelling, I'm an avid gamer and car enthusiast.

Sean McDonagh

Senior Account Manager

With nearly 15 years of recruitment experience, Sean is a Senior Account Manager at SaluteMyJob, holding an associate membership of CIPD and the L5 CIPD diploma in HR management. He partners with hiring managers to source, attract, and hire qualified candidates across various organisations. Sean specialises in candidate sourcing, job posting, rate negotiation, and employer branding, delivering efficient recruitment processes. Passionate about finding the best talent, he supports SaluteMyJob's goals. A self-confessed people-geek, Sean believes in treating others with kindness while working hard.

Charlie Keane

Social Value Lead

Charlie has worked with a variety of companies and organizations to enhance their Value Creation offers in both military and civilian environments. With a strong desire to develop and deliver impactful projects, she is passionate about helping organizations understand how supporting the Armed Forces can strengthen their brand and truly make a difference.

Harry Joseph

Pathways Programme Manager

Following a degree in Chinese, Harry served as a Royal Signals officer for 8.5 years, then as operations director for a postgraduate Cambridge University college for 3.5 years. In these multifaceted positions he has led and managed teams on operations worldwide and with international reach. He currently heads the delivery of SaluteMyJob's training pathways, in particular the grant-funded Click Start programme of cybersecurity training. Outside of work he volunteers as a mentor and coach, a blood biker, and as a committee member for a village shop.

Emily Hewitt

Pathways Project Manager

Emily served 16 years in the Royal Artillery before leaving the Regular Army. She transferred to the RA Reserves and worked as a Quality Assurance Manager and HR Manager for a small defence training organisation. As a military spouse, she moved frequently, putting her civilian career on hold to raise her family. However, SaluteMyJob has allowed her to pursue her passion for helping military veterans while offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world. Now the Pathways Project Manager, Emily lives in Germany, enjoying the local culture, downhill skiing, and travelling in her VW campervan.

Rhian Callcut

Marketing Manager

Rhian is a former designer and editor who now leads the marketing team at SaluteMyJob. As a military spouse with a partner in the RAF, she brings a strong personal connection to the military community. Rhian oversees all marketing activities, social media, and events, driving awareness of SMJ's work and the opportunities it offers the Armed Forces community. Known for her enthusiasm and creative energy, Rhian has a passion for art and motorsport, and also takes part in sports coaching for children.

Faye Copp

Content Manager

Faye is a former journalist, gaining experience in two busy newsrooms in North Devon and the Lake District. Faye, who has a personal connection with the military community, leads the SaluteMyJob creative content with her main focus being the Saluting Post blog. Outside of work, she has her hands full as a mum-of-four but is a keen runner, set to take on the Manchester Marathon and Ultra runs next year (yes she is slightly mad!).

Erin Johnston

Social Media Intern

Erin is SaluteMyJob's social media intern, balancing her role with full-time college studies. Based in Shropshire, Erin is an active member of the RAF Air Cadets and aspires to join the RAF after studying Politics and Business at university. Passionate about giving back, she volunteers through the cadets for events like the Poppy Appeal, demonstrating her commitment to the Armed Forces community and her future career goals.