Involuntary Separation Exit and Transition Survey

Anonymous exit survey for employees leaving through involuntary separation (layoff, restructuring, or position elimination). Focuses on perceived process fairness, clarity of communication, quality of transition support (severance, outplacement, benefits continuation), and dignity of the offboarding experience — not reasons for leaving.

Communication and Clarity

• The reasons for my separation were explained to me clearly.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• I had adequate notice or time to prepare before my last day.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• The information I received about my separation (timeline, next steps, benefits) was consistent and accurate.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• What, if anything, was unclear or missing from the communication you received about your separation?
  Please share any gaps in the information provided to you.

Process Fairness and Dignity

• I was treated with respect and dignity throughout the separation process.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• The separation process felt fair, even if I disagreed with the decision.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• I had the opportunity to ask questions and receive honest answers during the process.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• If you rated any of the above 3 or below, please tell us more about what happened.
  Your feedback helps us improve how we handle this process in the future.

Severance and Benefits Support

• The severance package offered met my expectations given my tenure and role.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• The continuation of benefits (health insurance, retirement, etc.) was clearly explained to me.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• I knew who to contact if I had questions about my severance or benefits after my last day.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• What improvements, if any, would have made the severance or benefits process clearer or more supportive?
  Please share any specific gaps or suggestions.

Outplacement and Career Transition Support

• Did you receive or were you offered outplacement services (e.g., career coaching, resume support, job search resources)?
  Select one: Yes — and I used them / Yes — but I did not use them / No, I was not offered outplacement services
• The outplacement or career transition resources provided were useful for my job search.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5). Skip if you were not offered outplacement services.
• I felt adequately supported in transitioning to my next career opportunity.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• What additional transition support would have been most valuable to you?
  Examples: extended coaching, networking introductions, skills training, alumni network access.

Overall Experience and Final Feedback

• Overall, how would you rate the way the company handled your separation?
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5). Consider the full experience: communication, fairness, and support.
• Despite this separation, I would speak positively about this organization to others.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5). This is an employer-brand / alumni-sentiment indicator.
• Is there anything else you would like to share about your separation experience or suggestions for how we can improve this process?
  All feedback is anonymous and reviewed by HR leadership to improve future transitions.