Job Cuts at Indeed: 225 Irish Employees to Go as Part of 2,200 Worldwide

Recruitment giant, Indeed, has made the difficult decision to lay off 225 workers at its Dublin office, a move that has raised concerns among staff and local policymakers. While the company cited the impact of Covid-19 on its business as the reason for the layoffs, some have called on the company to “do right by its staff” as it scales back operations in the region. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind Indeed’s decision to lay off workers, the impact it will have on the company and its employees, and the response from the broader community.


Indeed, the job search platform, is set to lay off 225 of its 1,400 Irish employees as part of a global job cut of 2,200. The company’s CEO, Chris Hyams, announced that the cuts would impact nearly every team, function, level, and region at Indeed and Indeed Flex. This news has prompted Labour Leader and TD for Dublin Bay South Ivana Bacik to call on management at Indeed to “do right by its staff.” Bacik highlights that downsizing in Dublin could affect up to 640 livelihoods. She also notes the anxiety of staff exacerbated by management’s apparent effort to shut down the statutory 30-day consultation period halfway through. Recent reports indicate that 85 percent of Indeed’s employees are unhappy with management’s handling of the layoff process. Additionally, the severance package proposed by the company appears to be significantly less generous than those offered by other big tech firms, which is ironic given that the Irish government continues to benefit from corporation tax receipts from multinational tech companies. According to Hyams, the slowdown in tech recruitment among other big companies is responsible for the layoffs.


In conclusion, Indeed’s decision to lay off 225 workers at its Dublin office has caused a stir in the recruitment community, with many calling for the company to ‘do right by its staff’. As one of the biggest recruitment websites in the world, Indeed has a responsibility to ensure that its employees are treated fairly, especially during these challenging times. The job losses may come as a shock to those affected, but we hope that Indeed will work diligently to find them new opportunities as soon as possible. As the recruitment landscape continues to change rapidly, companies must put their people first and prioritize their needs above all else. Only then can we build a more inclusive and respectful work culture that benefits everyone.