Dear Sir,
I am a commerce graduate with an MBA in HR.
At present, I have completed more than 20 years in a government organisation.
I want to work in a senior position, ie in a senior capacity.
In what capacity should I apply for senior position in government or private companies since I am over 50 years old?
With regards,
Nitin

Ans:

Hi.

Your question has so many ‘I can't’ statements that you have yourself ruled out many feasible options.

Please remember that, in the job market, there are many more qualified people than there are decent jobs. So you will certainly need to change your mindset and be flexible to adapt and learn new skill sets.

Even Sachin Tendulkar had to adapt to T-20 to play the IPL!

Approach the situation with a positive mindset and things will work out for you.

Ans:

Hi Santosh.

Age is not really a factor in today's times when skilled manpower is difficult to get.

Take the job that you have better skills for and the one that you enjoy more.

Ans: Thank you for sharing your age, education and experience! Here are some tips to help you:

You have several career options to explore with science background and experience by considering roles that align with your skills which include job openings such as project management, digital marketing, business analysis, customer service or business consulting. You can search job opportunities online in industries where your skills are transferable, such as healthcare, technology, finance or education to leverage your past experience for a long term career. You may also consider further education to enhance your qualification for the specific roles in your field of interest and focus on finding a job that offers great growth opportunities to work abroad.

Always remember that we are always the same age inside. We should start referring to “age” as “levels” in the corporate sector. “I‘m at level 42” will sound better. Best of luck! Feel free to contact me on Rediff Gurus if you require additional guidance or assistance.

Ans: With your extensive experience and impressive qualifications, you have a wealth of options to consider as you plan for the next phase of your career. Consider leveraging your expertise by offering consulting services to banks or financial institutions. Your in-depth knowledge of banking operations, compliance, and branch management could be valuable to organizations seeking guidance in these areas. Share your knowledge and experience with the next generation of banking professionals by pursuing opportunities for training and development. You could design and deliver training programs on topics such as branch management, compliance, risk management, and leadership development. Explore advisory roles where you can provide strategic guidance and advice to banks or financial institutions. This could involve serving on advisory boards, committees, or task forces focused on addressing industry challenges and opportunities. Consider opportunities to work with government agencies or regulatory bodies in roles related to banking supervision, policy development, or regulatory compliance. Your hands-on experience in branch inspection and compliance could be particularly valuable in this context. With your background in compliance and risk management, you might explore opportunities in corporate governance, either as a board member or in an advisory capacity. Your expertise could help organizations strengthen their governance practices and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Ultimately, the best path forward will depend on your interests, goals, and priorities. Take the time to reflect on what motivates you and where you see yourself making the greatest impact in the years ahead. With your qualifications and experience, you're well-positioned to pursue a rewarding and fulfilling career path for the next phase of your professional journey.