I’ve worked 4 jobs in the last 10 years, with my longest tenure being 4 years. I was laid off from my federal job at the IRS last year and found a temporary role in February. Currently, I'm interviewing for two positions at finance firms. My background is primarily in estate and trust law and wealth management. During my interviews, both a partner and a vice president commented on my job history, noting that I’ve changed jobs multiple times. They asked if I could see myself staying long-term in a role. I’ve wanted to settle into each position, but circumstances often led to my departure. For instance, at my last job for 4 years, I hit a pay cap, and at the IRS, my position was eliminated after 18 months. One of my previous roles required extensive travel, which became unsustainable, and another ended when the attorney I worked for was disbarred, causing the firm to close. I’ve been told by a resume reviewer that having 4 jobs in a decade might be seen as job hopping, which surprised me. I always thought job hopping referred to having gaps in employment or switching jobs frequently without good reason. I’m now questioning if my job history will be a red flag for potential employers.