Outplacement Support
We offer tailored outplacement support services to help employees transition smoothly during periods of organisational change. Our services are designed to provide practical guidance and emotional support, helping individuals prepare for the next step in their careers.
Whether you’re looking for executive career coaching for senior transitions or practical advice for entry-level moves, we tailor our approach to suit each individual.
Outplacement services include:
CV Guidance
We help clients craft strong, achievement-focused CVs that highlight their experience and make an impact. Whether refining a current version or starting from scratch, we tailor content to suit specific roles and improve visibility.
We also advise on:
- Layout and formatting for clarity
- Role-specific keywords to optimise online visibility
- Choosing the right CV format: chronological, functional, or hybrid
Transferable Skills
For those considering a change in career path, we help identify and articulate transferable skills. Combined with targeted skills training, this can open doors to new sectors or roles and supports a confident, well-positioned application strategy.
Job Search Action Plan
We provide practical advice on the best job search techniques. This includes:
Support is always tailored to the individual’s level, sector, and goals.
Interview Preparation
We help candidates anticipate potential interview questions, especially in competency-based formats. Our coaching includes:
- Structuring strong answers using real-life examples
- Practising responses to common and role-specific questions
- Tips on body language, tone, and confidence-building
The goal is to ensure individuals feel prepared and confident when presenting themselves.
Job Seeker Guides and Online Resources
We provide job seeking clients access to:
Whether you’re managing redundancy or offering outplacement as part of your employer brand, our HR consultancy delivers professional, human-centred services with impact. Our outplacement support services and remote services are available London and nationwide.
Contact Popoki HR to explore how our tailored outplacement support programmes can support your managers and employees.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is outplacement support?
Outplacement support provides professional career transition assistance — typically delivered by practitioners holding CDI (Career Development Institute) or RCDP (Register of Career Development Professionals) qualifications — to employees leaving an organisation, helping them secure new employment quickly and confidently. Research shows outplacement support enables 50% faster re-employment, and with 60% of UK employers now providing some form of outplacement, it is increasingly expected. Services typically include CV writing, interview preparation, job search strategy, LinkedIn optimisation, and emotional support during the transition. Offering outplacement support services demonstrates corporate responsibility, protects employer brand, and reduces the risk of legal claims following redundancy or restructuring — particularly important given the average cost of replacing an employee is approximately £30,000.
What are outplacement support services?
Outplacement support services encompass a range of career transition assistance, including one-to-one coaching, CV and cover letter development, interview skills training, job search strategy, personal branding, LinkedIn profile optimisation, and access to recruitment services and vacancy networks. Services are tailored to the individual’s seniority, industry, and career goals. Our outplacement support for redundancy situations provides compassionate, expert guidance that helps departing employees transition successfully whilst maintaining positive relationships with your organisation.
Why should employers offer outplacement support?
Employers should offer outplacement support to demonstrate duty of care, protect their reputation, maintain morale among remaining employees, and reduce the risk of employment tribunal claims. Outplacement shows that you value employees even during difficult transitions, which enhances your employer brand and supports recruitment of future talent. ACAS provides helpful guidance on redundancy processes and employee rights. Our outplacement services complement this by providing personalised career transition support — CV development, interview coaching, and job search strategy — that accelerates re-employment and protects your employer brand. It is particularly important during redundancy processes to ensure legal compliance and ethical treatment of affected staff.
How long does outplacement support last and what does it cost?
Duration and cost vary by seniority level. Typical UK pricing: £500-£1,000 for base packages (CV review, LinkedIn coaching), £2,000-£3,000 for comprehensive support (full CV writing, extended coaching, job search platform access), and £5,000-£10,000+ for executive-level outplacement (C-suite, extended duration). Duration ranges from 3-6 months for individual contributors to 12+ months for executives. Executive-level outplacement often requires longer support due to the complexity of senior roles and longer recruitment cycles. Most individuals secure new roles within 3-6 months with professional outplacement assistance — research shows 50% faster re-employment compared to those without support. We offer flexible packages tailored to role seniority and individual circumstances, ensuring appropriate support throughout the career transition process.
Is outplacement support only for redundancy situations?
Whilst outplacement support for redundancy is the most common application, it can also be valuable during restructuring, mutual separation agreements, retirement transitions, or when ending fixed-term contracts. Any situation where employees are leaving involuntarily or as part of organisational change can benefit from professional career transition support. Our organisational change services integrate outplacement with broader change management to ensure compassionate, effective workforce transitions.