Why is Outplacement Needed?
It is very easy to avoid the subject of outplacement because of the sensitivity of any given redundancy situation or because it is considered a luxury service, yet outplacement has many advantages:
Helps in disarming difficult situations
The outplacement programme helps shifting the employees' focus to a positive future, as they are given the freedom to explore their options. An outside outplacement provider minimises negative emotions more effectively as it is not directly associated with the employer and the redundancy process
Positive PR
The local community and indeed the national and international arenas always welcome companies who provide support to employees - particularly in more difficult times
Synergy with the local community
The People Development Team uses its strong links with the private and public sector across the country to support its outplacement clients, working in partnership with organisations such as JobCentre Plus, Business Link and NextStep to help absorb and maximise the opportunities for our clients
Managing expectations
Managing the expectations of both employees and employers during the trying time of redundancies is a key factor in the success of an outplacement programme. The People Development Team is experienced at making sure both parties remain informed throughout the process and maximise their personal potential as well as the overall value of the outplacement programme.
Read more on our Outplacement FAQs.