Looking to get back into Consulting/Wealth Mgmt

Hi all, I need some advice/criticism on my resume.

http://www.razume.com/documents/24776

Here's a quick summary to fill in the gaps.

After finishing my undergrad, I was working in investment consulting/wealth management as an analyst for a few years until I was laid off in 2010. I was discouraged since I had sacrificed a lot for the firm, but realized it wasn’t easy for them either. So I took it in stride and I spent several months trying to get back into the industry. Unfortunately I was unsuccessful.

I decided to move back home to help my family out since I had been gone for almost 10 years since finishing high school. My family said I should go travel since it would be one of those rare occasions in life where you actually had free time, something they never had. I had built up a savings over the years, so I took their advice and decided to travel and visit all my friends around the US and Asia. It’s been an enriching experience being abroad, something I’m thankful for. I wouldn’t take it back for anything.

With my positive mindset I am ready to get back into finance. I have sharpened my resume and am confident in what I’ve done. However one weakness I am wondering about is my employment gap in 2010 until now. My question is, if you were a hiring manager, would this gap deter you from seeking more information about me? All I would need is a cover letter or preferably an interview to explain, but I know I may not get that luxury.

Any constructive comments are welcome. Thank you.

 

thanks for the feedback. i'm a little hesitant about removing the Objectives section b/c to me it acts as an appetizer for any resume. Acts to complement, but still not the main course, experience/education.

Listing interests seems like a good idea. I'd think it'd only help your chances if it drew up a conversation that helped you, as the interviewee, express yourself in your element. Might be worth the risk so long as your interest isn't too weird.

 

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