I have lived in Hong Kong for four years, working as an auditor. I was recently summonsed for military service in my home country and, having already had deferrals twice, I can put it off no longer. Accountancy is currently experiencing a rising tide of automation so I worry that my job might no longer be there in 12 months’ time, especially as HR have informed me there is no provision for a sabbatical open to me. What do you think is the best strategy for ensuring I can return to the profession in some capacity after my enforced year out, without too many hitches?