Human Resources

Managing Redundancy and Workforce Transitions

Reducing headcount is sometimes unavoidable, but how it is done affects legal risk, reputation and the morale of those who remain. This course covers redundancy and workforce transition: exploring alternatives, consultation requirements, fair selection, notice and severance, outplacement support, communication and supporting remaining employees.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Badly handled redundancies leave long-lasting damage. You will learn to manage workforce reductions lawfully, fairly and with dignity.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Legal briefings, selection exercises, consultation role plays and case studies.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explore alternatives to redundancy
Plan redundancy processes and timelines
Run fair consultation and selection
Calculate notice and severance entitlements
Provide outplacement and transition support
Support remaining employees

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

HR managers and business partners
Employee relations specialists
Senior managers
Line managers involved in restructuring
Legal advisers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Process planning
Consultation
Fair selection
Communication
Transition support

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Redundancy Context

09:00–10:08Business reasons
10:08–11:00Alternatives
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Alternatives (continued)
11:45–12:53Legal framework
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Planning

09:00–10:08Process timeline
10:08–11:00Pools and criteria
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Pools and criteria (continued)
11:45–12:53Documentation
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Consultation and Selection

09:00–10:08Collective and individual consultation
10:08–11:00Applying criteria
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Applying criteria (continued)
11:45–12:53Appeals
12:53–14:00Role play

Day 4Exits and Support

09:00–10:08Notice and severance
10:08–11:00Outplacement
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Outplacement (continued)
11:45–12:53Wellbeing support
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5The Remaining Workforce

09:00–10:08Survivor reactions
10:08–11:00Re-engagement
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Re-engagement (continued)
11:45–12:53Lessons learned
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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