THE ASCEND FOUNDATION

Workforce change is one of the most costly moments an organisation or a career will face.

How it's handled determines what comes next.

The Ascend Foundation partners with organisations managing redundancy and professionals navigating what comes next — so that transitions are handled with dignity, and you can move forward with confidence.

74%

PRODUCTIVITY DECLINE

Employees who survive a layoff report an immediate drop in output — from the day of the announcement. Source: Leadership IQ

And for individuals, navigating redundancy without support costs time, confidence, and opportunities.

There's a better way to handle this.

Where would you like to start?

WHO WE SUPPORT

Clear pathways, whichever side you're on

FOR ORGANISATIONS

Managing workforce changes with dignity

Redundancy doesn't have to cost you your culture, your talent, or your employer brand. Outplacement coaching, post-layoff leadership workshops, and talent development — so your people leave with dignity, and your team stays stable. The moment it's handled matters. We help you handle it well.

FOR INDIVIDUALS

Navigating career transitions with clarity

Land a role you're genuinely excited about — with the strategy, preparation, and accountability to get there faster. Clients have landed roles they love, with companies that match their values, after working with The Ascend Foundation.

Not sure where to start?

Book a free 30-minute call — we'll help you figure out the right next step.

FOR ORGANISATIONS

Supporting organisations through change

Outplacement Support

Departing employees leave as brand advocates, not disgruntled former staff.

MY BACKGROUND

Built on lived experience, not just expertise.

I've been on both sides of the redundancy conversation — the one receiving the news, and the one delivering it. That dual experience is why The Ascend Foundation's approach is different. I don't just understand the data. I understand what it feels like to sit in that room.

Featured speaker and roundtable facilitator at LDX3 — the UK's leading leadership development conference.

  • "I was interviewing for my first developer position, and Phillipa was instrumental in me being offered that position. She helped me feel confident in every step of the hiring process."

    Individual client

    Senior Software Engineer

  • "They went above and beyond and provided me with insightful CV reviews ind tips that helped me land my new job. I can only recommend the Ascend Foundation and the service they provide."

    Individual client

    Product Manager

  • "Working with Ascend has enabled me to create a set of personal goals that have massively improved my performance in my current role."

    Individual client

    Senior Manager

FOR ORGANISATIONS

Managing workforce changes with dignity

FOR INDIVIDUALS

Find your next role