The Back2Business 2026 returner programme
Have you taken time for a career break, to raise a family or for other caring responsibilities, and are now ready to return to work?
The Back2Business programme is designed to help experienced professionals in marketing, media, communications, and PR re-enter the workplace with renewed confidence, skills, and connections.
The programme is exclusively for Returners who have over a decade of experience in marketing, media, PR and communications and over 3 years out of the workplace to raise a family or for other caring responsibilities.
Now in its 15th year, the programme has supported hundreds of talented returners to relaunch their careers — people who bring depth, experience and new perspectives to today’s workplace.
Join the Back2Business Programme.
The Back2Business 6-day re-orientation programme runs over two weeks in Central London, offering a practical, inspiring, and confidence-building experience that equips you to step back into your career.
Programme highlights include:
Personality and confidence workshops, and how to harness your superpowers
Understanding today’s marketing, PR and communications landscape
AI and ChatGPT: the skills shaping the industry
Working for a charity and making a social impact
CV preparation, LinkedIn masterclasses, pitching and communication skills
Life skills sessions, including tackling imposter syndrome
If this sounds exciting and you’re thinking about your next steps on the journey back to work, please let us know.
An invitation for Hiring Managers – To Attend our Talent Introduction Event
On Wednesday 25th March, The Talent Arc are hosting their exclusive Returners speed-interview evening.
Here’s the deal: in just two hours (5–7pm), you’ll have the chance to meet up to 30 pre-screened marketing, PR, and Communications professionals — all in one room, all in one evening. No recruiter fees. No lengthy process. Just direct access to exceptional talent.
These are serious practitioners. We’re talking people with senior experience at eBay, OVO Energy, VCCP, NHS, Channel 4, and Unilever — who have taken a career break and are now ready to return at full force.
Since 2013, over 85% of Talent Arc’s returners have stepped straight back into mid-level and senior leadership roles. CMOs, Corporate Affairs Directors, Agency Leads. This year’s cohort is the most diverse yet — with over 40% from underrepresented communities.
📅 Wednesday, 25th March
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 HAVAS Village, 3 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG (2 mins from King’s Cross)
Whether you’re actively hiring or just building your pipeline — go. You’ll leave with connections you won’t find anywhere else.
Why your experience matters to employers.
Employers value returners for their maturity, problem-solving skills and ability to see the bigger picture – qualities that make teams stronger, more balanced and more effective.
Sponsor the Back2Business programme.
Our returners bring with them an exceptional pool of talent that is often overlooked by traditional hiring processes. By partnering with Back2Business, your organisation can connect with experienced, motivated professionals who are ready to make an immediate impact.
Benefits for partners include:
Early access to delegates, a cohort of highly skilled, experienced professionals
Cost-effective hiring via our speed interview and networking events
Joint marketing and brand visibility alongside other inclusive employers
Opportunities to speak, mentor, and inspire
Demonstrating your commitment to gender equality and inclusive hiring
Back2Business 2026 Programme Details
