We are on a mission to inspire people to see that careers can change successfully.

The prospect of changing career can feel daunting, but we are here to provide you with the support you need.

About us

The Standard Life Centre for the Future of Retirement has brought together a dedicated group of experts and specialist organisations that want to help you take the next step in your career journey.

Through them, you’ll have access to a wide range of practical help and advice.It is our firm belief that with the right support and resources, everyone can be inspired and supported to make career changes, at any stage in their lives.

Knowing where to start...

Sometimes it can be difficult to find the help you need, our trusted partners are here to support you.

Explore changed lives

Every single day, people in midlife are choosing exciting new career paths. They are transforming their lives by tapping into their passions and finding fulfilment. We’ve asked some of them to share their uplifting stories.

Alex combines being a champion rally co-driver and risk analytics manager at EY with caring for his daughter who has cerebral palsy. He tells us how opting to work part-time after moving to the UK from the United States has helped him to achieve his professional and personal goals while

Hannah made the move from the Financial Sector to Skills & Development to focus on a role that was more purpose-led. Read Hannah’s story here.

Sharon is the working parent and carer of a severely disabled daughter. She shares with us how successfully negotiating a part-time, job-sharing arrangement as director of a Devon-based PR agency has changed her life.

Alex combines being a champion rally co-driver and risk analytics manager at EY with caring for his daughter who has cerebral palsy. He tells us how opting to work part-time after moving to the UK from the United States has helped him to achieve his professional and personal goals while

Share your story

Have you got an inspiring story about your own career change adventure? We’d love to hear about it to share with the many others on the journey who could be motivated by your experiences.

News & events

Read all about it – get the latest updates about the exciting programme of events for people on their career change journeys.

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