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From Career Pause to Career Power: Strategies for Returning Stronger Than Ever

Anjali Thakur Manager, Structured Finance Group, RRS-GCC @ Moody’s Ratings
November 12, 2025 10:00 – 11:00 AM ET Virtual Free to attend

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About this session

Re-entering the workforce after a career break can feel daunting, but it can also be a chance to restart with clarity, resilience, and purpose. In this session, you’ll hear from Anjali Thakur, Manager in the Structured Finance Group at Moody’s Ratings, who successfully transitioned back to a thriving career after a six-year pause. Anjali will share her personal journey of returning through Moody’s Re-ignite program and the strategies that helped her rise quickly in her role. She’ll also offer practical advice for navigating challenges, building confidence, and turning a career pause into a powerful relaunch. Whether you’re planning your return or already on the path, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped with actionable tools.

Join us on Wednesday, November 12th at 7:30 PM IST / 10:00 AM ET for this free event.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to reframe your career break as a strength, not a setback
  • Strategies to confidently re-enter and advance in the workforce
  • Techniques for overcoming self-doubt and rebuilding confidence
  • Ways to identify and showcase transferable skills effectively
  • Tips for navigating career relaunch programs like Moody’s Re-ignit

Meet the speaker

Anjali Thakur

Anjali Thakur

Manager, Structured Finance Group, RRS-GCC @ Moody’s Ratings

Anjali has over 10 years of experience in financial analysis, fund raising and investor relations across multiple sectors. Anjali took a six-year career break to care for her son during his formative years and subsequently rejoined the workforce by joining Moody’s through the Re-ignite programme in January 2023. Within a short span of 2 years at Moody’s, she has seen exponential rise from a Re-ignite trainee to Manager handling critical projects in Structured Finance domain. Apart from deriving insights from financial analysis, she is also dedicated to providing guidance and mentorship to driven individuals, helping them achieve their professional goals with confidence after a career break.

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