About

SimpleSeverance is an AI-powered negotiation tool that assists with severance package discussions. The system generates fairness scores for severance offers by analyzing multiple factors including tenure, position, and industry standards, helping individuals make informed decisions about their offers. The software creates customized negotiation scripts based on specific situations, providing appropriate strategies and language for advocating for improved terms. SimpleSeverance also facilitates connections with employment attorneys for legal support when needed. Designed specifically for severance negotiations, SimpleSeverance combines analytical capabilities with personalized guidance. The platform integrates AI analysis with practical negotiation resources, creating a comprehensive approach to severance discussions that helps individuals navigate this challenging process with greater confidence and clarity.

Key Features

Fairness Scoring & Market Benchmarking

Analyzes role, tenure, location, industry and compensation to generate a fairness score and compare an offer against market and role-specific benchmarks.

Personalized Negotiation Scripts

Generates tailored negotiation language and strategy for your specific circumstances (e.g., equity at risk, non-competes, near-retirement) so you can communicate confidently.

Complexity & Leverage Assessment

Evaluates factors that affect negotiation complexity and identifies whether your situation is straightforward or likely to benefit from attorney involvement.

Attorney Connection & Escalation Path

Provides a clear escalation path by recommending when to consult an employment attorney and facilitating connections to vetted legal professionals if needed.

How to Use SimpleSeverance

1) Start with the Quick Situation Check or Full Assessment: answer questions about your role, tenure, compensation, and the severance offer (2–15 minutes). 2) Review your results: view the fairness score, market benchmarks, complexity rating, and leverage assessment. 3) Explore recommended actions: read the tailored negotiation scripts and suggested talking points or counter-offer amounts. 4) Take action or escalate: use the generated scripts to negotiate yourself, download/export your assessment, or connect with a recommended employment attorney for legal support.

Use Cases

Early-career engineer with a standard severance offer who wants to know if the amount is typical and get a script to negotiate improved terms without hiring an attorney.
Senior manager with substantial unvested equity seeking guidance on negotiating equity treatment, acceleration, or a bridge to retirement benefits and whether to consult counsel.
Executive facing a long non-compete clause who needs to understand the clause's impact, receive tailored negotiation language to seek removal/modification, and connect with an employment attorney if necessary.