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Eli Lilly Announces Layoffs Amidst Restructuring Efforts

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.7%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
300 OF 43,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.

Department affected: Research and Development.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Eli Lilly and Company has announced layoffs affecting approximately 300 employees in its Research and Development department, effective October 1, 2023. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs amidst increasing competition in the pharmaceutical industry. The layoffs are expected to impact various projects and may delay some ongoing research initiatives. Eli Lilly's management stated that these changes are necessary to maintain the company's competitive edge and ensure long-term sustainability. The affected employees will receive severance packages and support for job placement.

Eli Lilly and Company cut 300 jobs affecting its Research and Development team as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.7% of the 43,000 people Eli Lilly and Company employs.

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Eli Lilly and Company cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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