12 years ago I left my much loved career in fund management to become a SAHM, whilst also moving to a rural location, two hours away from London. I do not regret this move, as I had my children late and really wanted to devote all my time to them after many years living the single life in the UK and overseas. My job at the time in front office involved a fair amount of travelling, which along with the long hours wasn't very compatible with having young children.
Post-Covid, my husband's role is very different to what it was. He used to work away alot, but now mostly works from home, for himself. This means he can be flexible with his hours and can take lots of time off between contracts.
My children are now both at secondary school, an independent, which allows Flexi boarding.
Although financially I don't need to work as such, I miss my former career, and am now considering whether I should apply to join a "returnee" scheme. Am I unreasonable to think I can find a role in equity analysis (I have the CFA designation) after such a long absence? I get the sense that many buy-side firms now offer hybrid working, so although initially I may need to be in London five days a week, I am hoping that if I secure a permanent role, I may be able to have some WFH days.