flourish hr · redundancy support
Worried about redundancy? Get clear UK HR advice before you sign anything.
I'm Eleanor Lancaster-Smith, a senior HR consultant who helps UK employees understand what's really happening in redundancy and performance processes, and what options they actually have.
Which sounds most like you?
This is a confidential 1:1 conversation - nothing is shared with your employer.
1:1 Redundancy & HR advice
Redundancy & Rights Clarity Session
1:1 with Ellie, a senior HR consultant specialising in redundancy and difficult HR cases.
£150 / 60 minutes
- 60-minute video call focused on your situation.
- Review of key letters or emails before the call.
- Short written summary afterwards with your options and next steps.
Most people only need one session to get the clarity they need. If cost is a genuine barrier, please mention it when you get in touch.
This feels like a lot to carry on your own.
Redundancy, restructures and performance processes are more than just paperwork. You're reading formal letters late at night, replaying conversations in your head, trying to work out what HR is really thinking and whether you're about to make an expensive mistake.
Redundancy says more about the organisation than it does about your worth or ability, but it rarely feels that way in the moment.
You don't need to go straight to a tribunal or make threats. Often, one calm, honest conversation with someone who understands how these processes work in the real world is enough to give you clarity.
I'm Ellie Lancaster-Smith, a senior HR consultant who's spent over 20 years inside HR teams. I've sat on the other side of the table in redundancy and performance processes - now I use that experience to support individuals.
I have a background across various sectors and work with clients across all types of industries.
Is this you?
These are some of the situations I help with most often:
- You've been told your role is 'at risk' and don't know what that really means.
- You're being offered a redundancy package and aren't sure if it's fair.
- You've been put on a performance improvement plan and it doesn't feel right.
- Your role is 'changing' and you're worried you're being pushed out.
- You feel something is off, but you don't want to overreact or burn bridges.
You don't necessarily need a solicitor. You need someone who understands how HR actually works inside UK companies.
What you'll get in a 60-minute session
We'll talk through your situation in detail: what's happened, what you've been told, and what you're worried about. By the end of the call, you'll have a much clearer picture of where you stand and what to do next.
A clear run-through of what's happening in your situation.
A plain-English view on whether the process sounds normal from an HR point of view.
Insight into what HR is likely thinking on the other side of the table.
Practical guidance on what to say, and what not to say, in upcoming meetings or emails.
Suggestions on what to ask for (time, clarification, adjustments, written confirmation, etc.).
A short written summary after the call with key points, recommended next steps, and suggested wording you can reuse.
This is HR guidance based on UK employment practice, not formal legal advice, and is designed to help you decide if and when you need to involve a solicitor.
Why talk to an HR consultant?
An insider's perspective
I've been the person running these processes inside HR teams. I'll tell you what's typical, and what would concern me.
Completely independent
I'm not here to protect the company. I'm here to help you understand your options and decide what's right for you.
Before things escalate
Catching issues early often means you never need a legal fight. One focused conversation can help you respond calmly and keep your options open.
How it works
It's simple: book a call, share the details, and get a clear plan.
Book your slot
Choose a time for a 60-minute video call that works for you.
Share key documents
Before the call, send any letters, emails or notes you've received so we can review them together.
Get your plan
On the call we walk through your options. You leave with a clear plan and a written follow-up.
Pricing
Redundancy & Rights Clarity Session
60-minute 1:1 video call for UK employees
- 60-minute call via Teams
- Review of key documents (up to 10 pages)
- Short written summary with key actions and suggested wording
You'll choose your appointment time after payment
If cost is a barrier, let me know - I keep a small number of reduced-rate slots available each month.
About me
I'm Ellie Lancaster-Smith, an HR consultant with over 20 years' experience advising on redundancy, restructures, and complex employee relations across UK organisations.
I have a background across various sectors and work with clients across all types of industries. I use that experience to help individuals understand what's really going on and make informed decisions.
"I can't change every outcome, but I can make sure you go in informed and prepared."
Frequently asked questions
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Can you review my settlement agreement?
Do you work with people outside the UK?
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