Katie Roberts Career Consulting
Our Outplacement Services and programs provide support and assistance for employees who have been made redundant and/or who need assistance in making a career transition. As one of Australia’s leading outplacement providers, our consultants have a wealth of experience across a variety of industries in both the Victorian public and private sectors. They have worked with employees at all levels including entry to mid-level staff, senior managers and executive level employees.
Our outplacement consultants will provide your employees with professional coaching and support, and up-to-date information on the current job market. They will provide counselling on how to best position themselves in the market, identify suitable job opportunities and present themselves effectively to employers.
We provide all our Outplacement Services via Zoom or Phone call consultation.
*Customised packages are available to suit your organisation’s budget and needs.
Below are our most popular outplacement programs.
This package is aimed at employees who are in a junior level role OR who have had a short tenure with the company (2 years or less). This program provides employees with tools and assistance to kick-start their career transition. It includes 2 x consultations with a Career Consultant via Zoom or Phone.
Entry to Mid-Level (suitable for people in non-management roles up to the mid-level tier)
Fee: $1300 including GST
Senior Level (suitable for people in senior roles, management roles and executive positions)
Fee: $1700 including GST
This package is aimed at employees who are in a mid-level role OR who have had a longer tenure with the company (3 to 5 years). This program provides employees with more intensive assistance to help them transition to a new role. It includes 3 x consultations with a Career Consultant via Zoom or Phone.
Entry to Mid-Level (suitable for people in non-management roles up to the mid-level tier)
Fee: $1950 including GST
Senior Level (suitable for people in senior roles, management roles and executive positions)
Fee: $2550 including GST
This package is aimed at employees who are in a senior-level role OR who have had a significant tenure with the company (over 5 years). Employees who have been with one company for a long period of time are unlikely to be up to speed with current hiring practices and therefore require more assistance in making a career transition. This package provides employees with the full range of services and includes 4 x consultations with a Career Consultant via Zoom or Phone.
Entry to Mid-Level (suitable for people in non-management roles up to the mid-level tier)
Fee: $2600 including GST
Senior Level (suitable for people in senior roles, management roles and executive positions)
Fee: $3400 including GST
Additional Phone Mentoring Sessions are also available as ‘add-ons’ to these packages.
*Customised Packages are available to suit your company’s requirements.
“I recently had a consultation with Diana Lim in Melbourne and I thoroughly enjoyed this session. I went into the session feeling a little overwhelmed about my career options and preferences and Diana was fantastic in helping me to develop more clarity around these. The session was well organised, thorough and the additional follow-up after the session helped to consolidate everything we had discussed during the session.”
Shamta, Melbourne
Hi Katie,
I had a career counselling session on Friday with Diana Lim which was fantastic. Diana helped me to establish some short and long term career goals which I can begin working towards. I really appreciated her time and expertise. Thank you Diana!
Mark, Melbourne
Hi Fiona and Jackie,
Just a short note to let you know I've been working now for two weeks and just received my first paycheck this week. The resume stood out and after receiving it, my employer called straight away. I met with them the next day and then at that interview, they asked me when I could start. My new role is office manager/guest services for Company X. I love it so far. It was the first job I applied for so that was a buzz. Thanks again to both of you.
Marina, Melbourne
To Whom It May Concern,
I just wanted to write a few lines to explain why I have been so pleased with my 2 sessions with Katie Roberts consultant Leah Lambart. These sessions were part of my redundancy package from an engineering consultancy firm, and I found them immensely beneficial. Having been with the same company since my graduate days some 10 years ago, I have not kept up to date with the latest in resume writing or interviewing. Leah tailored the sessions to my needs, was thorough, perceptive and genuinely passionate about helping me. She coached me in a range of areas with insightful advice on how to enhance my LinkedIn profile, resume and interviewing skills in keeping with today’s much more competitive job market. Leah went beyond and above the call of duty - using her many contacts to get detailed information and emailing me a synopsis after each session. The breadth of her careers knowledge is evident not only in the quality of her advice, but also her professional yet engaging manner. As a result of Leah’s guidance, I am actually enjoying and feeling confident about forging my career path forward. I have no hesitation in recommending Leah - under the umbrella of Katie Roberts consultants - to any professional who wishes to boost their career prospects.
Andrea, Melbourne
Hi Jackie,
Just a quick note to let you know I got another role at a different company, and I couldn't have done it without your help. I will be a Project Coordinator at company X. Your confidence in me led to me going for contract roles, which this one is, with the likelihood to go permanent after 12 months. I cannot sing your praises enough to my friends and colleagues.
Louise, Melbourne
Hi Leah,
After 3 interviews, tests and a medical I have been offered the position. I sincerely thank you for the great interview coaching and career advice you gave me, especially in regard to preparing for the interview and the LinkedIn profile writing tips as these really made a difference to how I approached the whole process.
Phil, Melbourne
Dear Jackie,
I just wanted to let you know that I have been offered the position at the university, so the drought has broken! I am quite sure that this session assisted in this outcome; it helped me to gain perspective on a few things, boosted my confidence a good deal and provided me with some additional interview strategies. I felt quite different at the interview - relaxed, positive and more confident in my abilities. So thank you for your guidance and expertise.
Lauren, Melbourne
Hi Debbie,
Hope you’re well! Just wanted to give you some positive feedback about Leah Lambart - she was amazing, confirmed what I know and gave me more insights as well. I feel quite inspired and energised after our meeting. She’s great - such a smart lady, with a very nice manner.
Lisa, Melbourne
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