OUR SERVICES
Outplacement Coaching
At HRS Advisors, we are recruitment professionals: psychologists, supervisors and coaches. We understand the labour market and the challenges individuals face when seeking new employment. We provide up-to-date, practical support that genuinely helps in transition situations.
Why Choose Us?
Psychological Expertise
Most of our coaches are licensed psychologists specialised in recruitment. When needed, we use psychological assessment tools to help identify strengths and development areas.
Recruitment Professionals
We conduct around one thousand psychological assessments every year and interview hundreds of candidates. We know how recruitment works and what employers look for.
HRS Academy Platform
Our digital learning platform provides a wide range of content and exercises that support outplacement coaching.
What Is Outplacement Coaching?
Outplacement coaching (also known as OPC) is part of Finnish legislation and labour market policy. Its purpose is to mitigate the impact of redundancies and support individuals in finding new employment as quickly as possible.
It is intended for employees who have lost their job due to redundancy or financial and production-related reasons. The goal is to help individuals identify new career paths, secure employment or develop their skills.
Legal Framework for Outplacement Coaching
From the employer’s perspective, providing outplacement coaching for departing employees is a statutory obligation.
According to the Finnish Employment Contracts Act, an employer must offer training or coaching that supports re-employment if:
- the company employs at least 30 people, and
- the employee has worked for the employer for at least five consecutive years.
Value of the coaching or training:
- at least the employee’s calculated monthly salary, OR
- the workplace’s average monthly salary (whichever is higher).
Timing:
- Coaching or training must be arranged within two months of the end of the notice period, unless there is a justified reason to postpone it.
- the timing or estimated schedule must be communicated to the employee when the employment ends.
Benefits of Outplacement Coaching
- emotional and practical support during a transition
- recognising existing skills and identifying new ones
- improved opportunities for securing new employment
Outplacement Coaching for Individuals
Key themes include:
- Job search skills: updating CVs and applications, channels and networks, interview preparation
- Emotional support and motivation: processing change, strengthening confidence and identifying personal resources
- Exploring career direction: identifying suitable career paths and possibilities
The duration and intensity of the coaching vary based on individual needs, but all programmes share a personalised, goal-oriented approach. The coach acts as a sparring partner, helping the individual recognise strengths and create a practical plan for the future.
Individual coaching provides both practical tools and psychological support, making work-life transitions more manageable and opening new possibilities.
Outplacement Coaching for Groups
We also provide group coaching in transition situations. Group sessions offer a supportive and interactive process where participants in similar career transitions receive guidance, tools and peer support.
The coach facilitates a safe and motivating environment where everyone’s voice is heard. Group coaching combines professional guidance, shared learning and peer support, helping participants build a clear direction for the future.
HRS Advisors’ Outplacement Coaching
Coach
We select a coach who matches the individual’s needs. Typically, the individual meets their coach 3–5 times, depending on the outplacement package.
For group programmes, the coach meets the group onsite.
HRS Academy Learning Platform
Participants gain access to the HRS Academy digital programme, which can be completed independently alongside coaching.
Tailored Coaching
We customise each programme to the needs of the individual or group.
Themes in Outplacement Coaching
Typical content includes:
- Values and motivation
- Career options
- Goal setting
- Identifying strengths and competencies
- Personal guidance for CVs and application letters
- Tips and support for interview and assessment preparation
- Labour market insights and networking opportunities
Questions?
Contact us
Essi Karvonen, M.Sc (Psychology) Supervisor
+358405578117