Restructure Management

Whether you are experiencing growth or facing an operational headcount reduction, we can help with restructure management.

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However you are planning to restructure your business there are risks that require an understanding of employment law to mitigate – and that’s where our support becomes invaluable.

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We coach and provide advice to help you:

• Plan the restructure of your business

• Identify areas for growth or reduction

• Manage the merger/acquisition due diligence

• Recruit new employees at all levels

• Negotiate settlement agreements for staff exiting the business

Depending on the scope of the project we can either work at an hourly rate or arrange a fee beforehand, allowing you to know exactly how much you need to budget.

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We're here to help navigate through the people challenges...

Redundancy Management

Redundancies can be a necessary part of running a successful business; however, the process can pose a significant risk to you if you don't abide by legislation and follow best practice principles.

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This is where we can help as we have the knowledge and the experience to manage your redundancy process from start to finish.

We coach and provide advice to help you to:

• Identify where your organisation can make cost effective overhead savings

• Plan the stages of the redundancy process

• Plan and manage consultations with employees

• Liaise with Unions and/or Employee Associations if required

• Calculate termination payments

• Provide compliant termination letter templates

• Provide easy-to-read step-by-step scripts for managers

• Attend redundancy meetings as a coach, independent advisor or mediator

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By developing a complete understanding of your business, we will be able to work with you to meet your goals efficiently, pragmatically and professionally. We understand the redundancy process from back to front and will ensure that your project is managed compliantly and handled with empathy and professionalism.

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We're here to help...

Outplacement Services

We understand that when an individual finds themselves redundant resulting from a restructure, merger or downsizing, it can be emotionally taxing and stressful time for them and you may wish to offer support after they leave your business.

Abbot Associates offers compassionate, practical career transitioning support and helps employees re-orient themselves back into the job market.

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Our outplacement program includes:

• Several consultations with the employee either in person (or if preferred via phone)

• Initial 1-on-1 meeting for 1 hour to assess the person’s needs and requirements

• Career counselling and advice on employment options and the current employment market

• Setting of Career Goals and Objectives

• Implementing a Job Search/Campaign Plan

• A professional resume and covering letter tailored to their experience and skills

• Interview skills training and coaching

• Learning to Sell/Market yourself to a prospective employer

• Salary advice and negotiation tips

• Personality Profiling/Psychometric Testing (optional/additional cost)

• An action plan to help them on their path to their next job opportunity

The program is flexible and can be tailored to suit the needs of each individual.  Each employee will have 6 months from the date of their redundancy to access this outplacement service.  

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Price: $2,500 + GST