Outplacement
When good people leave, how you support them says everything about your organisation.
Outplacement at senior level is rarely about the documents. It's about helping a talented, experienced professional navigate one of the most disorienting transitions of their career with empathy, expertise and genuine commitment to their next success. We provide the same bespoke, recruiter-led career support to outplacement clients as we do to our private clients. The same quality of career strategy, CV and resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, interview training and coaching. Personalised, results-oriented and entirely focused on the individual, not on ticking a box.
"The way you treat people on the way out defines your culture as much as how you treat them on the way in."
Why outplacement matters
How an organisation treats departing staff is noticed by those who leave, by those who stay and by the market. A perfunctory outplacement service signals that the commitment to people ends when it becomes inconvenient. A genuinely excellent one signals the opposite. At senior level, the reputational stakes are even higher. The executive leaving today is a potential client, referrer or partner tomorrow.
How we work
For the individual
The same bespoke, award-winning career support we provide to private clients. Career strategy, CV and resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, interview training, careers counselling and coaching, personalised to their situation, their targets and their timeline.
For the organisation
A named, senior expert handling every engagement personally. Regular progress updates. A service that reflects the quality and values of your firm. And the confidence that your departing colleagues are in the best possible hands.
Why Vantage Point
The big outplacement firms offer scale. We offer something more valuable at senior level - genuine expertise, personal attention and a recruiter's understanding of exactly what the market wants to see. Every engagement is handled personally by Devin, drawing on two decades as a recruiter, writer, coach and counselor. Nothing is delegated, nothing is templated and no two engagements are the same.
Benefits
Protect your reputation
How you treat departing staff is visible, not just to those who leave, but also to those who stay and the wider market. A bespoke, high-ROI outplacement service signals that your commitment to people doesn't end when it becomes inconvenient.
Reduce legal and HR risk
A well-supported transition reduces the likelihood of grievances, disputes and the reputational damage that follows a poorly handled departure. Prevention is considerably lower cost than the alternative.
Fixed-fee certainty
Predictable, transparent investment with no hidden costs or 'success fees', just a commitment to a high-quality, outcome-oriented transition.
Retain the trust of remaining staff
How you treat people on the way out is watched carefully by those who stay. A bespoke, empathetic approach to outplacement sends a clear signal about your values and your culture..
Turn departures into advocates
The executive leaving today is a potential client, referrer or partner tomorrow. Handled well, a difficult transition can become the foundation of a long-term relationship. Handled badly, it rarely is.
A service that reflects your standards
Senior-level outplacement handled personally by one of the most experienced practitioners in the field. The quality of support we provide reflects directly on your organisation — and we take that responsibility seriously.
Pricing
Pricing can vary based on project complexity. Contact us for a tailored quote.
"The best outcome for your departing colleague is also the best outcome for you."
Frequenly asked questions
What makes Vantage Point different from large firms?
Scale versus quality. The large firms offer volume, infrastructure and brand recognition. We offer something more valuable at senior level, which is deep practical expertise, personal attention and a recruiter's understanding of what all parties in the market want to see. Every engagement is handled personally by Devin. Nothing is delegated, nothing is templated and no two engagements are the same.
What seniority level do you work with?
Primarily CFOs, Finance Directors and senior cross-functional executives across finance, marketing, HR and technology. We also work with mid-level professionals where the firm requires a consistent standard of support across a wider redundancy programme.
How many people can you support at once?
We deliberately limit the number of concurrent engagements to protect the quality and personal attention each client receives. Contact us to discuss your requirements and current availability.
How long does an engagement typically last?
This varies by individual and objective. Most engagements run between one and three months covering career strategy, written materials, LinkedIn optimisation and interview preparation. Ongoing coaching support is available beyond that if needed.
What does the individual receive?
The same bespoke career support we provide to private clients. Career strategy, CV and resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, interview training, careers counselling and coaching, all personalised to their situation, their targets and their timeline.
Can you provide progress updates to HR?
Yes, with the individual's consent. We provide regular updates on progress and milestone completion while maintaining full confidentiality on the content of coaching and counselling sessions.
How quickly can you start?
Usually within a few days of the initial briefing. Contact us to discuss your timeline and requirements.
Ready to take the next step?
The first conversation is free. We'll talk through where you are, what you're targeting and whether career strategy is the right place to start. Contact us today.
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