1.
returning to work; reinstatement; reemployment
Returning to one's job or position after a period of leave, suspension, or absence.
育休後に復職した。
She returned to work after parental leave.
病気から回復して、来月復職する予定だ。
Having recovered from illness, I plan to return to work next month.
復職後は時短勤務で働くことになった。
After returning to work, I'll be working reduced hours.
USAGE:
復職 is commonly used in HR and workplace contexts. It often refers to returning after 育児休暇 (parental leave), 病気休暇 (sick leave), or 休職 (leave of absence).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 復職する (to return to work)
- 復職支援 (return-to-work support)
- 復職後 (after returning to work)
CONTRAST:
休職 (leave of absence from work) is the antonym. 転職 (changing jobs) means moving to a different position entirely.