Retained search takes four months.
For private equity operating partners, mid-market boards, and small- to mid-growth companies
Your CFO resigned 60 days post-close. The 100-day plan doesn't pause while you run a search. We put a vetted operator in the seat within 10 business days... and we publish the cost.
Rise with purpose. Scale with impact.
Retained search
$75–90,000
25–33% of first-year compensation, billed in thirds, payable whether or not the search closes.
16–20 weeks to a hire\
Ascend5 · interim CFO
$24,000
15% of engagement value. Three candidates, each fully vetted against an eleven-point standard. No fee if you do/don't hire.
10 business days to a slate
Provide your employees with premium outplacement services that are highly effective and exceed the standards of generic services in the market, without incurring additional costs.
In today’s dynamic job market, companies often face tough decisions that can lead to employee layoffs. Career Transition or Alumni services (formerly known as Outplacement services) are designed to support your employees through this challenging transition.
Our goal is to ensure that your workforce is equipped with the tools to navigate their career change successfully and, more importantly, empower them to want to move forward.
Ascend5 has helped thousands land roles at leading startups and Fortune 500 companies, generating millions in total comp increases.
We work in Technology, Business Services, Consulting, Healthcare Management, Finance, Insurance, Engineering, Defense, Aviation, Energy, and Life Sciences
What invest in career transition/outplacement?
Investing in career transitioning for your employees supports your departing team members and enhances your organization’s reputation. Our outplacement programs are designed to minimize the impact of layoffs while promoting a positive workplace culture.
We offer a variety of career transition packages tailored for organizations of all sizes, including outplacement for small businesses. Our services are tailored for:
- Corporate Outplacement: Comprehensive support for large-scale layoffs.
- Outplacement Firm Expertise: Collaborate with industry leaders in job search assistance.
- A Unique Framework to Empower Your Employees: Turn the job search into a professional development opportunity to reconnect with your strengths and find better roles and salaries.
- Outplacement Resources: Access to tools and platforms that facilitate job searches.
Why choose Ascend5's outplacement/career transition services?
Most outplacement support is generic, but Ascend5 is not. Clients often come to us when they are offered free generic support, because they know they must stand out. We also utilize reverse recruiting techniques that help your employees discover new job opportunities in half the time. Our outplacement services are tailored to empower your employees and help them look forward to exciting new opportunities.
Our EXPEDITE (Reverse Recruiting) Program includes:
- Executive Coaching: Personalized coaching to help brand your executives' and professionals' unique abilities, reinforcing their value and helping them gain authentic confidence.
- Branded Resume Writing & LinkedIn Services: Experts help craft branded, modern, impactful resumes that help your people to stand out 10X more.
- Reverse Recruiting: We force-multiply efforts to find the hidden jobs and cut the search in 1/2 using a 5 Star Method to target and find roles, and offer AI/technology .
- Interview Coaching: Training to enhance interview skills and build confidence.
The benefits of investing in outplacement services:
- Improved Employee Morale: By providing outplacement support, you show remaining employees that you care about their colleagues’ futures, fostering loyalty and trust and positively impacting their public image.
- Reduced Time to Reemployment:
- 30–50% faster reemployment for individuals who use outplacement services (source: Talent Management Magazine).
- 72% of individuals using outplacement find a new job within 3–6 months, compared to 45% without.
- Improved Brand & Reputation:
- 82% of executives say offering outplacement improves employer brand perception among both current and departing employees (Randstad RiseSmart).
- 70% of consumers are less likely to buy from companies with poor layoff practices (CareerArc Employer Branding Study).
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If you're looking for effective outplacement services for your organization, Ascend5 is here to help. Our dedicated team will work closely with you to develop a tailored EXPEDITE Career Transition / Outplacement Program that meets your needs and supports your employees during their career transitions.
Contact us today to learn more about our outplacement support and how we can help your organization navigate workforce changes with compassion and professionalism.
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