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Transition to HR from Finance

Nikita

Hello!

I am currently working in Finance, but I am looking to transition into HR, as I feel this field really appeals to my skillset and my career goals. 

I am quite a sociable person and like to engage with people in my company by getting involved in a collaborative and fun company culture. However I worry that I won't achieve this in HR, as HR could potentially be an isolated role because of its confidential and highly sensitive nature. 

Is HR quite an isolated role, or is it what you make it? Is it possible to find companies where you can still enjoy the social aspect of the company whilst still working in HR please? 

Any advice would be greatly appreciated as I am looking to self fund my CIPD to appeal to employers and any advice on the role would help me to commit to going for the qualification!

Thanks so much in advance!


Nikita

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  • A lot can depend on the type of role you have and the company you are in.
    I have worked in organisations as part of HR Teams where the sense of fun and collaboration was high - particularly within the HR Team itself. I’ve also found that environments with lots of Employee Relations type work can feel more isolating due to the nature of the role. For me - my sweetspot was always to work within L&D , as part of a team. I never found it isolating, it provided lots of opportunities to engage with all areas of the business and it had a positive impact.
    It all comes down to what fits with your skills and aligns with your values/personality/motivations etc. Find a company that values you and explore all aspects of HR - you’ll eventually find your ‘best place’ . Good Luck !
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  • A lot can depend on the type of role you have and the company you are in.
    I have worked in organisations as part of HR Teams where the sense of fun and collaboration was high - particularly within the HR Team itself. I’ve also found that environments with lots of Employee Relations type work can feel more isolating due to the nature of the role. For me - my sweetspot was always to work within L&D , as part of a team. I never found it isolating, it provided lots of opportunities to engage with all areas of the business and it had a positive impact.
    It all comes down to what fits with your skills and aligns with your values/personality/motivations etc. Find a company that values you and explore all aspects of HR - you’ll eventually find your ‘best place’ . Good Luck !
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