Made redundant in the UK? This 3-step guide shows you how to bounce back fast, with tools, templates, and recruiter tips.
Hit With Redundancy? Here’s What to Do Now:
If you’ve just lost your job, you’re not alone. Redundancy can feel overwhelming but the right support makes all the difference.
This guide offers straight-talking redundancy advice UK jobseekers can trust. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve been through it before, we’ll walk you through what matters now:
- What you’re entitled to
- How to protect your income
- What to do next to land your next role
Step 1: Understand Your Redundancy Package
Before anything else, get clear on your exit terms. Redundancy isn’t just about losing your job, it’s about knowing what you’re owed and how long you’ve got to land the next one.
- Check your redundancy pay (use the gov.uk calculator)
- Understand your notice period
- Find out if you’re entitled to benefits or extra support
✅ Top Tip: Save a copy of all official documents. You’ll need them if registering for jobseeker support or Universal Credit.
Step 2: Update Your CV and LinkedIn Profile
Most jobseekers waste time scrolling job boards. Instead, your focus should be on becoming easy to hire.
- Refresh your CV highlight outcomes, not just duties
- Use a clear, confident profile summary
- Optimise your LinkedIn headline for your ideal role
We’ve helped thousands of jobseekers through redundancy. One common factor in landing quickly? Standing out on paper and online.
Step 3: Activate Your Network
Most people get their next job through someone they already know. That’s why your next move isn’t just applying online, it’s messaging 10 key people.
- Ex-colleagues
- Ex-managers
- Past recruiters
- Industry connections
Don’t overthink it. Try something simple:
“Hi [Name], I’ve recently been made redundant and I’m exploring new opportunities in [role/sector]. Let me know if you hear of anything relevant, would really appreciate it.”
Want to shortcut this process? Talk to one of our sector specialists directly.
Step 4: Use Redundancy to Reposition Your Career
Sometimes redundancy opens doors you’d never considered.
- Want better work-life balance?
- Looking to shift industries?
- Interested in upskilling?
We’ve supported engineers moving into clean energy, office staff moving into logistics, and area sales managers going fully remote. There’s never been more opportunity if you’re proactive.
If you’re not sure what direction to go in, get tailored redundancy advice UK recruiters actually use not generic Google answers.
Get Support That Actually Helps
At Stirling Warrington, we’ve placed over 2,000 people in permanent roles, many following redundancy.
If you’re looking for redundancy advice UK professionals trust:
- We’ll review your CV (for free)
- We’ll give you salary benchmarks in your sector
- We’ll help you figure out your next step, fast
🔁 Send your CV or enquiry to chloe@stirlingwarrington.co.uk
☎️ Call our office to speak to a sector expert on 01509 323532
Redundancy is stressful. But with the right advice, it can also be a launchpad.
Get the help you need today with real-world redundancy advice UK jobseekers can use, not just read.
