Outplacement & Career Transition Services

LHH provides personalised outplacement services that supports employees to quickly and effectively transition to the next stage of their career. We have over 50 years’ experience of successfully partnering with employers to support their employees through redundancy and change. We know that the needs of employees and employers are unique and we put people at the heart of everything we do combining empathy and personalised support with cutting-edge technology and AI-driven tools to help exiting employees identify new opportunities, unique to their specific career goals. The guidance we provide to employers helps them to protect their brand, reduce the risk of litigation and be seen to be doing the right thing in supporting their employees who are exiting the business.

What is outplacement?

Outplacement, also referred to as career transition, is a career support service employers provide to employees leaving the business as a result of redundancy or organisational change. Outplacement provided extra career support to exiting employees as they transition to the next stage of their career and often includes career coaching, job search support and career development tools. Some of the key benefits of outplacement is that it gives individuals valuable support when they need it most, offering guidance, online tools and resources to support their job search and career goals.

Outplacement can be offered to all employees at any stage of their career with specialist resources available to executives and business leaders.

 

What does outplacement include?

The advantage of outplacement and career transition support is that the services it offers can be adjusted to meet the needs of your exiting employees and the goals of the organisation. The most common outplacement support includes:

  • One-to-one coaching with a career coach
  • CV and LinkedIn optimisation guidance
  • Job search support
  • Interview preparation
  • Access to job market insights
  • Skills and strengths assessment
  • Wellbeing support
  • Networking opportunities and connections
  • Programmes can be tailored to the individual, depending on their role, seniority, and goals.
  • LHH offers both virtual support and on-site support to provide that flexibility and opportunity to enable your employees to connect and engage with the outplacement resources available to them.

 

How long does outplacement support last?

It depends on the level of support provided. Programmes usually last between three and twelve months depending on the seniority of the employee, organisational needs and the level of support required. LHH career transition support also continues after your exiting employees have found a new job providing them with ongoing resources to help them settle in their new role.

 

Is outplacement only for redundancy?

No. While it is commonly used during redundancies, outplacement also supports career transitions due to restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, relocations, or role changes. Even during a redundancy process, employees who are remaining in the business can also benefit from it resources providing them with support and guidance as they manage their way through a period of change and disruption. XXX

 

Why should organisations offer outplacement? Offering outplacement is widely seen as best practice for organisations when going through a period of change or redundancy. One of the main reasons organisations provide career transition support is that it is the right thing to do and it reflects well on their culture, values and reinforces their brand.

Another key reason as is that it reduces the risk of litigation by employees exiting the organisation. By proactively providing outplacement support will show active investment in the wellbeing and helping those exiting the organisation transition to the next stage of their career, reducing the possibility of potential litigation.

Employees remaining in the organisation also benefit from outplacement support by helping them to stay engagement, improve morale and motivation, demonstrating the employer’s commitment to their people and values.

 

Is outplacement mandatory for employers?

It is not a legal requirement to offer outplacement in the UK. But offering outplacement during a reorg or redundancy is widely seen as best practice. It reflects well on your culture, reduces the risk of potential litigation and helps remaining employees stay engaged.

 

What are the benefits of outplacement to employees?

Outplacement helps people find jobs faster compared to those who do not get career transition support. With expert guidance and tailored support, most people find work more quickly than if they navigated the change alone and it helps them feel more confident and in control.

Outplacement services provide practical and personalised support including:

  • One-on-one time with a dedicated career coach
  • A personalised job search plan
  • Tools to help rewrite a CV and optimise a LinkedIn profile
  • Support to prepare for interviews
  • Advice on career direction, portfolio careers, or starting a business
  • Access to online resources to help individuals to transition smoothly to the next stage of their career.
  • Valuable wellbeing and emotional support during a time of change.

 

What makes a good outplacement provider?

One size does not fit all and that is the case with career transition. Good outplacement providers offer solutions that meets both the career needs of the employees and the business goals of the employer. Providers like LHH puts outplacement candidates at the heart of the service and with years of experience we provide meaningful and practical support to those who need it most, when they need it.

Look out for:

  • Experienced career coaches who can emphasis with the candidate, listen to their specific needs and provide informed guidance.
  • Flexible and scalable programmes that can be tailored to the unique needs of the individual and organisation
  • Access to up-to-date job market data
  • Digital resources and AI tools that provides users with access to information to help candidates in today’s fast moving job market.
  • Clear reporting and measurable outcomes for clients to monitor performance.