DPA Consultants - Outplacement and Career Management

Outplacement has formed a significant aspect of our business throughout the years, and annual reviews of our material, up-to-date knowledge of trends in recruitment and selection, together with our broad experience across most business sectors, ensure that we stay in the forefront of job market requirements, and continue to provide an excellent service with practical and pragmatic support whether your need is for:

One-to-one support
Group workshops
Combined group and individual programmes
In-house
Off-site
Expatriate provision

Comprehensive research we have conducted into the aspects of Outplacement provision that are judged to be of greatest value to our individual clients, has provided us with unique insight into what different people value most. This enables us to quickly identify individual need, and address specific requirements, irrespective of whether the programme is a one-to-one or a group programme, and equip all our clients with the skills, techniques, knowledge and confidence to have the best chance possible of finding the right opportunity in the shortest possible time.

Our Programmes

Our Strategy for Overcoming a Job Loss Programme includes all the important elements of transition, and these can be covered on a one-to-one basis, in a group workshop, or by a combination of the two. The programme is delivered at a level appropriate to the circumstances. Interview skills, for instance, can range from a knowledge of interview techniques and practice at answering some tough questions, to a CCTV interview and playback with critique.

If a client decides to explore self-employment or a business start-up, either at the start, or as a result of self-analysis, then programme options are available.

It is our practice to offer telephone and email support for as long as required, irrespective of the programme. Every client receives an extensive workbook/manual that also serves to provide a blue print for career development and career progression for the rest of their working life. Many of our outplacement clients have achieved positions they never thought possible.

Resource Centre Facilities

During significant or long-term change we can provide and manage Resource Centre facilities which become a focal point and information source for those who are leaving. Facilities vary according to customer need but often include:

Workstations for letter writing, desk research and telephone calls
Internet access and on-line data base search
Administrative support, fax and photocopy facilities
Mailshot letters to local companies
Vacancy displays and a library of journals and newspapers

In addition we link with appropriate agencies who often visit the Resource Centre to deliver presentations, thus contributing to a comprehensive range of help and advice. All of which leaves you free to manage the many other issues which arise at this time.

Key Benefits of DPA

Key benefits to the organisation from using DPA include:

Assists in providing a dignified separation from the organisation for those leaving
Demonstrates a committed and caring approach to leavers, which is seen by retained employees, customers, suppliers, and the local community
Provision of a flexible service to meet everyone's need
High quality service with follow-up support

Key benefits to employees include:

Impartial support at a crucial time
Advice on career direction through personality profiling and career assessment
Recognition of transferable skills and marketability
Job market knowledge and how to maximise opportunities
Improvements in interview technique and confidence
Achievement of personal transition and aspirations quickly and effectively

Our aim is for every client to be delighted by the confidence they have in themselves for the task ahead, have a realistic plan, and the knowledge and skills to succeed in their goal, in the shortest possible time.

Are you at a crossroads in your career or uncertain about your future?

Don't wait for your ship to come in - swim out to it!

Why not investigate our Career Decision programme to help you find your direction and to give you the skills to get you there. Like all our career development programmes confidentiality is guaranteed.