Redundancy Outplacement Support Services You Can Trust

Your redundancy outplacement support solution

When a business is forced to make redundancies, an unfortunate part of the business and a difficult and emotional time for both leaders and employees. However, there are support solutions available to help soften the blow. That's where outplacement services come in. Outplacement services can provide a range of professional assistance to help job seekers manage their career change, and leaders can ensure that their employees have the resources they need during this difficult time, especially after the staff have lost their jobs. If you or someone you know has been made redundant, outplacement services can be an invaluable resource.

"Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." Confucius

We know that redundancy is a reality for many workers in today's economy. At The Perfect Resume, we help people facing redundancy to not panic, get back on their feet as soon as possible so that you can start moving toward your future goals again, including helping them through this difficult time by providing timely practical advice and emotional support, identifying opportunities in the market place for roles that are appropriate for their skillset, transitioning them through every step of the process from understanding which job they would like to do next to prepare for an interview. If you find yourself in a situation to have to lay off staff, it's important to act quickly and seek out the best support solutions available to you. By partnering with a trusted outplacement provider, your staff can get access to expertise, resources, and networking opportunities that can help them jumpstart their job search. The Perfect Resume has specialists available to support, advise and guide individuals who are facing unemployment into a new appropriate role as quickly as possible. Our specialist team provides practical and emotional outplacement services support to help them move forward, including a wide range of support options such as help with resume writing, career coaching, preparing for interviews and more. To speak to one of our consultants, please contact us today at info@theperfectresume.com.au or 1300 217 374.

Giving Career Transition Services Support Post-redundancy

When a role is made redundant, the person who is displaced can suffer a range of emotional struggles, including identity issues if they have been in the role for a long period of time and financial hardship, especially if they are the only income provider of the family. Often, after being made redundant, individuals will come to us feeling lost, unsure of what to do next and hopeless in their future. At The Perfect Resume, we avoid this despair with outplacement services to help the individual to move into a new appropriate role as quickly as possible.

If you are facing the need to let employees know they are being made redundant, let us help your staff move on with confidence, instead of feeling lost, confused, angry and upset. Call our redundancy support team today on 1300 217 374, via email at info@theperfectresume.com.au or visit our website www.theperfectresume.com.au to learn more about how we can provide outplacement services that are tailored specifically for those whose roles have been made redundant in order to help them move into a new appropriate role.

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Standard benefits of outplacement programs

Through our outplacement training sessions, your staff will be able to find a new job in the shortest amount of time by getting back on their feet and feeling confident again. We can help with the following:

• Getting help to find a new job.
• Receiving practical advice on how to make their resume stand out.
• Closing any gaps on their resume or CV.
• Feeling confident by knowing they are in control of the process
• Freeing them from worry about their next step in life

 

Let’s look at a career transition case study

Stacey had been made redundant and was feeling lost. Unfortunately, when our career specialist spoke to her, she had no idea what to do next, or how to move forward. She had been out of a job for 12-weeks and the company had not provided outplacement services as part of her redundancy package. Stacey was in her mid-thirties and while it was a sunny Monday morning and she had her coffee in hand, we could tell that she had just woken up from a very restless night. She told a story of greeting her loving husband with a smile, but there was no joy behind that smile, instead, as soon as the door closed, she shed a tear. As she brushed her checked and packed her son’s lunchbox, she was worried about being 3-weeks behind on rent and she knew her husband’s coffee and son’s snacks were the last in the pantry. Although her husband worked full time, his income was not enough to survive on and as a mum, she felt it was her job to look after her precious boys. As she had lost her job, she felt like she failed.

Stacey told us that she had made applying for jobs a full-time career since she had left. However, she had applied for over 50 positions and received only automated rejection emails. She was an experienced Communications Manager, including working as a Marketing Assistant, Branding Consultant, and Marketing Manager, before heading the Marketing department before she was made redundant. Her company had been going through a rough period and decided to outsource all marketing activities overseas to cut costs. At the time, she oversaw training all the new staff and while she was doing so, she knew, she would be the next to be made redundant. The dreaded feeling crept in, so she started proactively looking for work, before being told her last day was X. Unfortunately, her last day arrived before she could find another role to go to.

She said after she finished, she felt relief and took the opportunity to take a holiday. She travelled to various places around Australia and re-ignited her relationships with her husband and son. She said towards the end of the job, she had needed to make all her team redundant, however, all the new staff needed constant support, so she was pulling a lot of unpaid overtime to help them get acquainted with their new positions. At the time, her husband was angry that the overtime was putting pressure on him to pick their son up from school care and stopping him from advancing his career. At the time, she felt loyal to the company and knew they were struggling financially, so felt it was in her best interest to ensure the new team was confident.

Now, 12-weeks later, jobless and running out of money, she was angry that the company had “used her”.

She was annoyed that the company didn’t even bother following up to see if she had a new job. They had simply given her the number of the employee assistance programs they recommended which she admittedly did use and did not find relevant or helpful. They were actually the ones that taught her about outplacement services. When she went back to the company and asked if they could help her gain access to an outplacement service provider and they said no, she was even more annoyed.

We quickly distracted her trip down the rabbit hole and avoided a deep dive into her personal and family obligations by helping her focus on her job hunt strategy and finding out why her 50 job applications had resulted in rejections. Unfortunately, when we uploaded her resume into an Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) which is commonly used across the recruitment industry to sort candidates automatically from those who are interview-ready to those who are rejected, Stacey’s resume was not extracting crucial information correctly, including her surname and phone number. Her phone number was not being picked up which is a mandatory field for a huge majority of employers who use ATS. Therefore, the time Stacey had spent searching for her next job was wasted. We also identified her job search evolution was heading in the wrong direction as her job hunt strategy was not pitched at the correct level for her experience. When questioned why she had applied for the job opportunities she had, she said that due to being rejected from several management jobs, she had started applying for entry-level marketing roles, which employers would dismiss her immediately for being overqualified. Hence, she was clueless.

 

If Stacey’s senior managers had offered outplacement services, we would have assessed her situation, discussed her emotional and practical needs, identified suitable vacancies and ensured her resume was tailored correctly for both applicant tracking systems and hiring managers. This would have secured her a new role within 12-weeks. Instead, she was creating angst for the former employer and remaining employees because they were calling her to see how she was going and she wasn't lying, she told them she felt hopeless, alone, and wondering if she needs to relocate and move her son out of the local school, away from his friends to a cheaper suburb, before they get evicted.

While we were able to assist Stacey, she needed to pay $500+ for outplacement solutions out of her own pocket when she was fretting about being behind in her rent. If the company had invested in the package for her, she would not be telling all her family and friends what a horrible company they were and placing it in all the social media community groups when people asked for a marketing company they recommended!

 We can help your company avoid this situation by assisting exiting employees with a skills gap analysis which may allow job placement within the same company, in a different role and redundancy support throughout their transition process, including employment resources and guidance. We can provide your redundant employees with a:

• Personable, supportive job search activities, backed by practical and emotional support
• Job search strategy to help them uncover their personal values to find long-term and rewarding employment as quickly as possible
• Reduce existing employees stress by letting them know their peers are being well supported
• Help exiting employees to understand their company was experiencing significant organisational change and avoid feelings of anger.
• Enhance the transition process for departing employees with a professional resume, employment resources and up to date career guidance

 

Let’s answer some questions about the outplacement process

What is redundancy outplacement?

Redundancy outplacement services typically are procured when roles are no longer required by the company. A company will reach out and enquire how helping redundant employees can form part of their redundancy package of severance pay. The industry expertise is provided by a third-party, such as The Perfect Resume to a help job seeker who has been made redundant after a round of layoffs to find new employment. An outplacement program can be very helpful for employees who are struggling to find new employment and can often make the process of finding a new job much easier.

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What is redundancy outplacement support?

Redundancy outplacement support is a term used to describe the range of career transition support services offered to employees who are affected by a layoff, including career advice, career counselling, resume or CV writing assistance, training for job interviews, networking, and job search support to help these employees find new jobs. These hidden job market support services help with finding new employment and getting through the job application to interview stages.

How much do companies pay for outplacement services?

The executive outplacement services cost is determined by the firm's needs, the skill level of the employees who have lost their jobs, the number of impacted workers, and the degree of support provided to staff – such as the amount of coaching time and duration for which services are accessible. Other components to consider are additional services and programs, such as a career development program. 

Here at the Perfect Resume, we will ensure that your employees will feel supported during this transition by empowering them to move confidently to the next chapter of their professional careers. Our personalised outplacement services will equip them with the tools to direct their next steps and define their career roadmaps. As their Trusted Career Partner, we will provide them with professional support and direction in an increasingly competitive job market to help them secure the right job opportunity quickly and effectively.

We have four Resume Writing & Outplacement Services Packages to choose from:

1. Bronze Outplacement Services Package: Kick Start Your New Job
2. Silver Outplacement Services Package: Jam-Packed Career Services with Personal Branding
3. Gold Outplacement Services Package: Complete Career Services with Personal Branding & Networking Strategies
4. Platinum Outplacement Services Package: Comprehensive Personal Branding, Networking Strategies, and Active Career Support

All the above are tailored to each individuals' career transition circumstances. Additionally, all clients are equipped with a team of 3-4 dedicated professional writers and coaches who are all supported by ground-breaking technology developed from the bottom up to provide an integrated and easily scalable solution.

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The Perfect Resume | Bronze Outplacement Services Package

Our BRONZE package is our most cost-effective and affordable career transition service option, ideal for entry-level employees. This package will equip your transitioning employees with the crucial documents necessary for a successful job application. The BRONZE package includes a one-on-one interview preparation session with a Certified Career Coach, an ATS compliant resume, and an optimised LinkedIn profile. Additionally, we will throw in a 2-hour Interview Hacking course to increase their chances of landing their target job positions.

Bronze Outplacement Services Package inclusions:

• An applicant tracking system (ATS) compliant resume with unlimited revisions. Available in editable Word and PDF formats.
• A tailored cover letter focusing on the role and emphasising their transferrable skills.
• A complimentary cover letter template that matches the resume design. This document can be edited as necessary and includes coaching around what makes the perfect cover letter.
• An optimised LinkedIn profile update, including research around the optimal keywords and networking tips.
• Free proofreading service for cover letters they write until they land a new job.
• Loads of helpful guides and tips to support them on their journey.
• 2-hour jam-packed interview hacking course that ensures they not only reach an interview but ace it to secure the job.
• 1:1 60-minute interview preparation session with a career coach to guide them in responding to interview questions, whether in-person, phone-based or virtually.
• The total number of consultation times included: 10-15 hours.

The Bronze Outplacement Services Package helps professionals overcome hurdles and gain confidence in transitioning to the next chapter of their careers.

 

The Perfect Resume | Silver Outplacement Services Package

Our SILVER career transition package includes everything from our Bronze service offering, with an addition of a video-based mock interview and a phone-based personal branding session. This package is highly recommended for entry to mid-level employees. The SILVER package will equip your transitioning staff members with valuable learnings on communicating with impact and clarity, providing them with presentation skills in the best way possible to achieve their career goals.

Silver Outplacement Services Package inclusions: Everything in the Bronze Package PLUS the following:

• TWO tailored cover letters focusing on the candidate's target roles and emphasising their transferrable skills.
• 60-minute video-based mock interview session to prepare them for the next step in their application. This session will equip your employees with the experience of answering tough interview questions and feedback to help improve their responses.
• 60-minute, phone-based personal branding and a rapport-building session focused on helping you or your employees develop their communication style and highlight their existing skill sets.
• Total number of consultation times included: 15 – 20 hours

 

The Perfect Resume | Gold Outplacement Services Package

Our GOLD outplacement package includes everything from our Silver offering, with the addition of 12-months of virtual coaching support and a 30-minute LinkedIn strategy session. Very highly recommended for Mid to Executive Level employees or those who have had longer company tenure spanning 3 to 6 years. The GOLD package will provide you or your transitioning employees with more intensive career transition assistance, giving the candidate ample time to prepare and find the right opportunity to advance their careers.

Gold Outplacement Services Package inclusions: Everything in the Silver Package PLUS the following:

• FIVE tailored cover letters focusing on the candidate's target roles and emphasising their transferrable skills.
• Key Selection Criteria underscoring their essential skills, knowledge, and attributes to perform the role effectively and excellently.
• 30-minute LinkedIn strategy coaching session focused on building professional presence and connecting strategies to help them stand out from other candidates.
• 12-months of virtual support from our Certified Career Coaches.
• Total consultation time included: 20-25 hours + 12 months virtual support.

The Silver Outplacement Services Package is a multi-pronged approach to finding the type of employment the individual truly desires, coupled with ongoing support, even when they secure a job for up to 12-months.

The Perfect Resume | Platinum Outplacement Services Package

Individuals who have been laid off or separated from their jobs have a range of emotions as part of the redundancy process, such as disappointment, anger, resentment, shame, anxiety, and uncertainty, leading to reduced confidence. As such, they may profit from career transition support and guidance. Our most comprehensive outplacement package, the PLATINUM offering, includes all career services from our Gold package, including 5 x consultations with our Career Consultant. Recommended for Mid to Executive Level employees who have been in one company or organisation for more than six years.

The PLATINUM package will provide you or your transitioning employees with a comprehensive end-to-end career coaching program, helping them find security and stability in the shortest time possible.

Platinum Outplacement Services Package inclusions: Everything in the Gold Package PLUS the following:

·     TEN tailored cover letters focusing on the candidate's target roles and emphasising their transferrable skills.

·     FIVE 30-minute fortnightly counselling sessions with our Career Coach.

·     Total number of consultation time included: 25-30 hours + 12 months of virtual support

If you would like us to partner with you to support your staff member in the best way possible, please book the package to get started. Alternatively, please feel free to head to the Contact Us page to book a 15-minute complimentary phone consultation with one of our career coaches.

Contact us to learn more or discuss your needs with one of our consultants by clicking on the links below:

Call 1300 217 374 Email info@theperfectresume.com.au Book a 15-minute Free Consultation 

Our expert guidance will help your employees reach their professional goals at every stage of the career transition process.

What can I expect from career transition and outplacement services?

Restructuring is never easy, so you want a successful outplacement service that is personalised, results-driven, and scalable, with both employees and HR benefiting from a genuinely seamless and straightforward experience. The Perfect Resume takes much of the stress away from HR professionals and managers by assisting departing workers with a range of support and programs, such as helping them make a fresh start, enabling managers to focus on keeping those who stay engaged.

Modern technology has made it possible for outplacement services and career transition support to be offered virtually. Our contemporary outplacement approach has updated the obsolete prototype from the 1960s. Instead of being confined to an office, The Perfect Resume's outplacement services use technology to provide personalised support and expert virtual assistance, allowing all career transition services to be provided over the phone, email, video conferencing, and online resources. At the end of the service, the employee will walk away with confidence, especially after receiving a CV/resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and selection criteria writing assistance, interview preparation, job search coaching and more.

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When you partner with The Perfect Resume to assist your departing employees, you can expect the following:

• Each employee is paired with a career transition coach based on industry expertise for personalised assistance rather than geographic location. These coaches assist individuals in conducting a skills gap analysis, assessing their abilities, developing a strategic roadmap and learning plan, preparing for job interviews, and more.
• A professional resume writer works with each job seeker to develop a unique resume and cover letter that sells relevant experiences and achievements to date. This includes fine-tuning resumes and profiles for the keywords that recruiters and applicant tracking software (ATS) systems are looking for and branding specialists who ensure that branding materials are engaging.
• Job application reading and application tailoring is time-consuming. As a contemporary outplacement firm, we link impacted employees with a personalised career concierge who tailors the resume and cover letter to relevant job possibilities based on their skills, abilities, and current preferences.
• Networking is one of the most effective ways to find a job, especially when non-advertised positions are part of the hidden job market. We help job seekers to maximise their LinkedIn profiles to locate individuals and begin discussions that open up job opportunities.
• As part of the modern outplacement program, your staff will have access to all of the tools and best practices they'll need to succeed, from preparing for interviews to negotiating salaries and standing out from the competition.

Outside of the packages, outplacement training sessions can be provided on an individualised basis and can include the following subjects:

• Outplacement Services: Moving Past Retrenchment and Redundancies
• Five Key Steps Towards a Successful Career Change
• Four Steps to Finding a Perfectly Matched Position with Less Stress
• The Right Person for the Right Job at The Right Time: How to use Online Recruitment Platforms
• Ten Tips for Crafting The Perfect Cover Letter
• 11 Proven Strategies for Writing an Effective Resume
• 5 Ways you are Being Rejected from Jobs without even Knowing it (and what you can do about it)
• Land Your Dream Job with these Proven Interview Strategies
• Referee Strategies That Work
• Add $10K to Your Salary With Impactful Negotiation Skills

Employers who decide to give outplacement services enable their staff to move forward successfully and pursue new prospects. This assistance indicates that businesses care about their employees and the corporate brand. When partnering with you, our primary aim is to be self-assured and successful in their career change. When workers depart us, they are both excited about the future and clear on their talents and worth. To demonstrate social proof in this area, see a handful of testimonials below:

The Perfect Resume offers job outplacement and career transition services, coaching and support at our offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth and regional centres across Australia. Contact us today to find out how we can help your employees make the next move in their careers.

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