Outplacement Services, Career Transition Services

In a rapidly changing business world where restructuring and business re-engineering has become the norm, many firms are being confronted with managing significant change and the consequent impact on their staff.

Many highly capable individuals and groups are faced with major career changing decisions with increasing frequency as firms are forced to downsize, restructure or reorganise. This can be a painful process for all stakeholders: senior managers who have to make and communicate the decisions; employees who face redundancy in the context of a highly competitive job market and other colleagues who retain their jobs but may be de-motivated as a result of the changes.

Fastnet Outplacement Services are designed to provide a highly professional and structured support service to firms and individuals as they work through the challenges associated with significant career change. We tailor each programme (s) depending on individual client’s needs and focus on a providing relevant and practical support and counseling during a time of uncertainty and insecurity.

Using One-to-One Programmes and/or Group Workshops, Fastnet Outplacement Services work with HR Managers and affected employees to effectively manage the transition process in terms of Planning, Communication, Outplacement Support and Counselling. We also provide On-Site Clinics for short or extended periods where an experienced Outplacement consultant is based on-site with our Client to provide timely and practical support. All services are designed to provide the best possible outcome for all stakeholders and to help participants face the future with more confidence and optimism.

Why use an Outplacement Specialist?

Offering professional career transition support to affected employees helps promote positivity in very difficult situations and is in line with best practice and sound business norms. It helps individuals/groups deal with the issues in a positive and pragmatic manner and builds a more positive outlook among all stakeholders – colleagues, customers and investors.

Why Fastnet?

Our consultants have extensive industry experience and will readily understand the challenges faced by managers and employees looking at alternative career options. Our unique knowledge of the job market, the requirements of potential employers, detailed insights into varying selection processes, and extensive recruitment experience give us a distinct edge in supporting candidates throughout the job seeking process and giving practical relevant advice throughout the process.

Sample Fastnet One-To-One Programme:

• Introduction / Competency / Career Review
  Coping with the new situation
  Competency/Psychometric Profiling & Analysis
  Career Review & Realignment Strategies
• Financial Planning
• CV Optimisation
  Constructing a 'winning CV'
  Tailoring the CV
• Focused Interview Coaching
  Overview and analysis of contemporary selection methods
  Preparation
  Live interview coaching
• Job-Seeking & Networking Strategies
• Devising A Strategy For A Successful Campaign
• Ongoing Review & Support

Sample Fastnet Group Programme:

• Introduction / Competency / Career Review
  Coping with the new situation
  Competency/Career Review & Realignment Strategies
• CV Optimisation
  Constructing a 'winning CV'
  Tailoring the CV
• Focused Interview Coaching
  Overview and analysis of contemporary selection methods
  Preparation
  Live interview coaching
• Job-Seeking & Networking Strategies
• Devising An Action Plan

Make an Enquiry

For a confidential discussion on this service please contact: Niamh O’Driscoll or Edwina Oakes at Fastnet Outplacement Services.