Outplacement Programmes

There are times when businesses are required to downsize. As part of a planned redundancy, Challenge Consulting provides personalised, confidential outplacement support to employees at all levels.

Telling employees that their positions will cease to exist is difficult. The trauma associated with job loss or career change is very serious and requires sensitive, specialised management. An important part of this is being able to offer transitioning employees the support and guidance they need to transfer successfully to a new job.

Challenge Consulting's focus is on providing the transitioning individual with what they really need - one-on-one time with our professional and skilled Career Adviser, who will take the pressure off by helping them with job search strategies, creating a great new CV, and assisting with goal-setting, job applications and interview skills.

Accreditations and Memberships

You can be assured of Challenge Consulting’s professional and experienced approach to outplacement and career transition projects.

Our Career Adviser, Narelle Hess, is a Professional Member of the Australian Association of Career Counsellors, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology and is now undertaking Master’s studies. Narelle’s combination of expert knowledge and first-hand consulting experience enables her to give individuals the motivation and skills to succeed in their career transition.

Our People Services Manager, Rachael Jamieson, blends solid tertiary and post graduate qualifications with senior management experience to offer expertise in human resource solutions, outplacement, training, team building and recruitment strategies. Her dedication and focus ensure first-class outcomes for her clients.

Testimonials

“Thank you again for all your help with my CV and interview techniques - I was offered a position yesterday.”

“I just want to say big thank you for you. You gave me very useful advice and generous help. When I lost motivation, your phone call really helped me.”

“It was great to meet you the other week. Thanks for spending the time with me so I could work out what I want to do with my career. I found the career profile report to be an invaluable tool. Thank you again for your help and advice.”

“Thank you very much for your time and help over the last three weeks. I've been thinking of my career change in the last couple of years but I was too comfortable in my position and had never taken action. You have given me so much useful information and it definitely helps me plan my new career pathway.”

Outplacement Programmes

Challenge Consulting offers three levels of Outplacement Programmes to suit your budget:

Bronze Programme     5 hours - $1,500 + gst                            

Silver Programme      10 hours - $2,750 + gst

Gold Programme        20 hours - $5,100 + gst

Your employee can choose any combination of the Outplacement Programme services listed below to suit their personal career transition needs within the level you select.

Career Profile Evaluation
A comprehensive evaluation of the individual’s personal style, including:

The individual will receive a detailed report and undergo a one-on-one feedback session with their Career Adviser. This session is designed to analyse their strengths, focus on career objectives, and evaluate career options.

CV Update
The Career Adviser works with the employee to create a professional, up-to-date CV and covering letter that can be tailored to suit a range of positions.

Job Search Skills
Guided by the Career Adviser, the employee will:
 Create an effective job search plan

 Explore the myths and realities of the job market
 Learn how to secure job interviews using personal contacts, telemarketing, recruitment firms,
   advertisements and direct mailings
 Learn how to register their details on appropriate job boards
 Learn how to maximise contact with recruitment firms and hiring managers
 Obtain the most positive references
 Understand the different types of interviews and how to manage them
 Discover how to deal confidently with the toughest interview questions
 Fine-tune their interview skills, negotiate the best job offer and "close the deal"

Self-Marketing Plan
The Career Adviser will work actively with the employee to:
 Uncover the "hidden job market”
 Maximise their job search via their personal and professional networks
 Put networking strategies and techniques into action

For a confidential discussion regarding Outplacement Programmes, please contact: