Support your senior leaders while safeguarding your employer brand.
Executive departures – whether voluntary or through redundancy – can carry operational, legal, and reputational risks. At London Outplacement, we work with employers across London to deliver discreet, high-impact executive outplacement support tailored to senior leaders.
As one of the top-rated executive outplacement providers in the UK, we offer employers a trusted, strategic approach to supporting senior leadership transitions with minimal disruption and maximum professionalism.
Our bespoke programmes ensure your departing executives are equipped to transition confidently, while you demonstrate leadership, uphold morale, and fulfil your duty of care. We also advise HR teams and employee outplacement providers on how to align executive-level packages with broader organisational policies.
This guide outlines how our specialist consultants support executive exits through tailored coaching, CV optimisation, interview training, and strategic career repositioning. If you’re unfamiliar with the principles behind these programmes, this is best understood through a closer look at what outplacement really means and how it functions across levels.
What is executive outplacement – and why does it matter?
Executive outplacement programmes are tailored solutions for supporting senior leaders following redundancy. Unlike general outplacement services, these are highly personalised, one-to-one programmes focused on protecting reputations, minimising disruption, and enabling a smooth leadership transition.
At London Outplacement, we work with employers to deliver executive support that reflects the calibre of the individuals involved. We offer discreet, high-touch coaching and consultancy, delivered flexibly via Zoom/Teams and email.
Services include CV and LinkedIn optimisation, executive job search strategy, career realignment sessions and interview preparation – all designed to accelerate redeployment into suitable senior-level roles.
How does executive outplacement differ from group-based programmes?
While group outplacement serves broader employee groups through scheduled workshops, executive programmes are entirely bespoke. They offer tailored guidance and dedicated time with a senior coach – typically unavailable through standard packages.
Executives benefit from direct access to career specialists who handle tasks such as writing strategic CVs, drafting outreach communications, and providing focused interview rehearsal. Sessions are arranged flexibly around the executive’s availability, making the support both high-quality and time-sensitive.
At London Outplacement, all packages – whether standard or senior – include online tools and one-to-one support. The distinction for executives lies in the level of done-for-you services, the depth of strategy, and the volume of time spent with senior advisors.
What’s included in our executive outplacement support?
Our executive programmes are structured around three core phases – each supporting a confident return to the job market.
1. Career realignment and positioning
We help senior leaders clarify their next move through career values exercises, market assessment and role alignment. Executives receive a tailored personal brand strategy and detailed career audit, including a psychometric review of their leadership style.
Weekly check-ins with a personal career consultant ensure ongoing momentum and support. Personalised career coaching for redundancy support is at the core of this phase, helping executives rebuild clarity and confidence while targeting aligned leadership roles.
2. Market targeting and employer approach
We support each executive in mapping suitable opportunities using keyword research and personal branding. LinkedIn and CV content is built from scratch to bypass automated screening and resonate with hiring panels at leadership level.
Where relevant, executives receive guidance on tapping into the hidden job market, using direct outreach to target board-level roles. We also advise on discreet job search approaches, where reputational sensitivity is a factor.
3. Interview and offer negotiation
Mock interview sessions focus on high-stakes conversations such as board interviews, stakeholder panels and investor briefings. Executives leave confident in their ability to present themselves persuasively and handle complex interview dynamics.
Where job offers are received, we offer negotiation coaching, helping senior leaders secure fair packages while maintaining strong relationships with prospective employers.
Executive severance: What’s typical?
Executive severance packages often exceed standard terms, typically offering up to one month’s salary per year of service. Actual amounts vary by sector and contract – and our advisors can help your HR team benchmark packages against current norms.
If requested, we can also provide guidance to the exiting executive on how best to approach severance negotiation in line with contract terms, legal precedents and expectations.
How much does executive outplacement cost?
Our executive packages start at £1,950, with Director-level or board-facing programmes typically costing more. We recommend employers define the support level required and then match a programme to it – whether for one individual or several.
The right outplacement partner should align with your internal values and provide a seamless, professional experience that reflects positively on your brand.
Why the quality of outplacement delivery matters
How you manage executive exits reflects your leadership culture. Clients who go beyond the minimum – offering real support, not just optics – benefit from better alumni relationships and stronger retention across remaining teams.
We’ve supported employers who arranged high-touch farewell weekends, external coaching, and follow-on mentoring – not just for legal compliance but to truly look after their people. The result: smoother exits, fewer disputes, and lasting goodwill.
Redundancy, redeployment, and reputation
It’s essential your HR team and legal advisers clearly differentiate redundancy from redeployment or constructive dismissal. Redeploying executives into unsuitable roles can backfire, leading to disputes or reputational risk.
We can provide independent guidance to your team on managing exits appropriately – particularly where roles are being removed but the individuals involved are long-standing or high-profile.
Supporting career transition the right way
Career transition is not just about job loss – it’s about repositioning leadership talent in a new direction. For many senior executives, this is the first time in years they’ve had to re-enter the market. A strong outplacement programme ensures they do so with dignity, clarity and strategic focus.
Why executive outplacement is a smart investment
Whether you’re reducing headcount or restructuring your leadership team, the quality of your exit process matters. Done well, executive outplacement enhances your employer brand, reduces litigation risk and supports future re-engagement opportunities.
If you’d like to discuss how we can support your executive team through transition, please get in touch.
