Job description
Learn to lead.
Are you a quick thinker? Calm under pressure, with a curious mind? Officers are at the heart of everything the Army does – making split-second decisions in critical situations, commanding some of the best soldiers in the world on the front line, on land, sea or in the air. There are many different full-time Officer roles in the Army, and each one plays a vital part in our success, at home and overseas.
If you’ve got the potential, drive and determination, we’ll provide you with all the training and transferrable skills you need to lead from the front.
Start the adventure of a lifetime.
During your training at Sandhurst, you’ll be an Officer Cadet, earning £34,676 a year. As you progress through our ranks, this will rise to £52,815 for a Captain, and £66,240 when you become a Major.
You’ll also receive 30 days’ annual leave every year (plus bank holidays and extra leave after operations), free medical and dental care, cheaper living costs, and free gym and sports facilities. And unless you're away on operations or training exercises, you'll normally work 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
As an entry-level Officer, you’ll start your career in a position of management, commanding responsibility for your team of soldiers. You don’t need any experience to apply – through world-class training at the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst, you’ll develop the transferrable leadership skills and qualifications you need to motivate and support your team.
Outside the Royal Military Academy, you’ll continue to learn and grow through adventurous training and international travel. Being an Officer is a global adventure, whether you’re leading expeditions, running operations abroad, or delivering humanitarian aid to communities in need.
Want to find out more about applying and joining The British Army?
You can register for one of our regular webinars below:
Why Pride Matters: Serving as LGBTQ+ in Today’s Army - Tuesday 9 June | 18:00–19:00
An honest conversation about serving as LGBTQ+ in today’s Army. From lived experience and everyday life to progress, myths and modern Army values.
Joining the Army Explained – Officer - Tuesday 23 June | 18:00–19:00
Considering joining the Army as a regular officer? This webinar explains eligibility requirements, the application process, the Army Officer Selection Board, and what to expect during training at Sandhurst.
What we are looking for
Accepted degree subjects
Any
Additional job details
- Location
- UK wide
- Salary
- £34,676
During training
- Contract, dates and working times
Full-time
How to apply
Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 30 June 2026
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Closing date: Continuous recruitment