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10 year gap working in HR. What steps should I take?

Christine

After my previous role was made redundant during my maternity leave, I was left in a position unable to seek new employment. I was informed my role would be terminated the day after giving birth. This experience left a stain I am yet to overcome.

During my 10yrs gap, I was raising my family and seeking HR employment with no luck. I committed myself to volunteering roles. 

Fast forward I sought employment but not within the HR field. I have also in the past year embarked on a MSc in Human Resource Management to boost my career aspects.

A recruitment consultant mentioned my 10yrs gap was an issue. This left me feeling rather deflated.

I have 8yrs HR experience (generic HR, E&D and Strategy), BA Hons HRM (2004) and a Chartered Member (2008).

What steps should I take? 

Any advice would be grateful appreciated, thank you.

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  • Hi Christine
    Keith is right, recruiters are going to focus on that gap. However knowing that gives you an advantage. You can have a ready prepared, well crafted answer about what you've done during that time and why that makes you a better HR person now. Focus on your studies and your volunteering experience - if you present it as having value to you, you'll persuade others of its value. If you can relate what you did and learned in your volunteering to the role you are applying for, recruiters will see the relevance. In short, don't feel deflated by what you haven't done; feel proud of what you have done.
    Good luck!
    Jackie
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