s, too. Following the pandemic, Nicoll says that a year’s sabbatical between roles would be met with intrigue, rather than cynicism. Beyond that, though, candidates will likely face more probing questions. “By definition, the longer you’ve been away from the workplace, the further away you are from doing the job you’re being hired for. Once you get to a two-year break, a jobseeker might struggle – the pace of change is rapid across sectors, especially following the pandemic.”
