The Defence sector has entered and continues to navigate a landscape of uncertainty, upheaval and transformation. With emerging threats, technological disruption, and geopolitical volatility redefining national security priorities – the need for agile, mission-driven leadership is critical. Veredus enables defence organisations to secure the executive and interim talent essential to navigating these complexities, accelerating innovation and safeguarding national interests.

Growth and development in the fields of cyber and information warfare, space defence, autonomous systems and nuclear deterrence are reshaping the landscape of defence. Meanwhile, challenges such as skills shortages, industrial capacity constraints and the need for faster procurement reform are intensifying operational pressures. Veredus partners with clients across the Ministry of Defence, defence agencies, and innovation centres to meet these demands – enabling strategic growth, technological leadership and operational resilience.

Our placements have empowered defence organisations to deliver cutting-edge capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, security and ethics. From advancing complex weapons programmes to leading nuclear deterrence strategies, the leaders we place directly contribute to strengthening the UK’s national security position in an increasingly contested global environment.

We are trusted partners to some of the UK’s most critical defence entities, including the Ministry of Defence, the Defence Nuclear Organisation, Submarine Delivery Agency, Atomic Weapons Establishment, National Nuclear Organisation and Ploughshare Innovations to name a few. Our proven expertise spans the appointment of General Managers, Managing Directors, COOs, CIOs, CTOs, Heads of Cyber Security and Directors of Supply Chain Strategy.

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