Restarting My HR Career After a Break: How to Address a Two-Year Gap?

Hello friends,

My name is Sriya. I am an MBA graduate with HR specialization. I graduated in 2005 and in May 2006, I joined a consultancy as an HR executive, where I worked until March 2007. I left the job because I got married in April 2007. After that, I focused on my married life and did not attend any interviews.

Now, I am eager to restart my HR career. My aspiration is to become a proficient HR professional. I would like to inquire if there is an opportunity for me to re-enter the HR field after a two-year career gap. If so, please provide guidance on:

1. How to address the gap in my resume.
2. How to respond if the interviewer asks about the gap.

Thank you for your assistance.

Best regards,
Sriya

Dear Sriya,

Since you already have HR experience, the time gap should not be a problem. You can mention the exact details in the resume. During the interview, you can let the interviewer know the true facts.

Regards,
Bhanumathi Sathishkumar

Hi Sriya,

As you have the relevant experience, you can confidently attend the interviews. Tell them the real reasons for your gap convincingly. Any company wants competitive resources, so if you really have the skills, don't worry too much about the gaps in your profile; they will likely be ignored. ALL THE BEST :)

Building S are constructed on a sound foundation. For your case, your career in HR will be built on your knowledge and ability to deliver the results. For hardworking people, nothing is impossible, but you have to reorganize yourself and exert a lot of effort to gather information on good HR practices. Some modules for improving results in all kinds of industries/sectors, meaning how to tailor solutions as per industry-specific norms and requirements.

Go ahead, believe in yourself; it will be key to your success.

Badlu

Hi Sriya,

Building a career in HR goes beyond the gaps you have mentioned. There are many situations where a person is forced to take a gap in their professional career. Additionally, the reason you mentioned above (Due to Marriage) is a valid and acceptable gap.

You can restart your career as an HR Executive, but before that, you need to demonstrate that you are still up-to-date with the profile you previously handled. You should be capable of proving that you have not forgotten the concepts and practices required for an HR Executive.

Prepare yourself, refresh your old experiences, and you will succeed in the race.

All the best for your career.

Regards,
K. Jayavel

Hi Sriya,

Don't worry about the gap in your career! A gap in your career is not a problem if there is a genuine reason for it. If an interviewer asks about the gap, provide them with a true answer confidently. Express in your words that you did not make any mistakes and emphasize your future career plans. Stay positive and confident during the interview. All the best!

Aditya

Sriya, it's not a big problem. It is very common. The only thing is you have to be more proactive and enthusiastic while facing the interview. Answer all queries confidently, give the correct reason for your gap. You can get a good job. Brush up on your subjects (all HR topics and your previous job profile - what you have done exactly). All the best.

Hi Sriya,

I too agree with the concept that a gap should not be a problem since you have a genuine reason. But I would suggest sharpening your axe and going ahead for the job hunt. You shall be on the track again.

All the best.

Dear Friend,

I hope you can mention the time gap during the interview session if the HR asks about it. You can inform them that you got married and later planned to rejoin for the job.

Hi Sriya,

I understand the gap in your career very well, and it is quite justified. Just prepare yourself for situations like when men get married; do they take a gap of 2 years in their career? That might give the impression that you are not a career-oriented woman. Maternity leave is still justified.

Regards

Hi Sriya,

I have an answer... a real, honest, and genuine one... what have you learned from this GAP? Gaps in Jail are usually the concern for recruiting RIGHT! Best of luck in 2009!

Jo