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Getting back into HR after a 12-month career break...

Reena

Hi, I have worked in HR (various roles and different companies) for the last 5 years. I’m considering taking a 12 month career break due to family needs. I know no one can predict the future but just wondering how difficult will it be to return to the sector after a break? Unfortunately, current employer cannot accomodate remote working, which is impacting my family life. I don’t want to resign but I have to prioritise my family. I appreciate any guidance or experience anyone may have. Thank you.

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  • I don't think a year is a significant amount of time to become deskilled. If it helps, I moved sideways out of HR into project management/consultancy for two years. No one questioned my HR credentials when I decided to move back into an HR role, I just brushed up on any legislative changes before applying for jobs. However, what you can't predict is what the job market will be like, but that's a gamble we could all face at any time.
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  • I don't think a year is a significant amount of time to become deskilled. If it helps, I moved sideways out of HR into project management/consultancy for two years. No one questioned my HR credentials when I decided to move back into an HR role, I just brushed up on any legislative changes before applying for jobs. However, what you can't predict is what the job market will be like, but that's a gamble we could all face at any time.
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