Location: United States.
Department affected: Executive Assistants.
Based on news reporting.
Ernst & Young has laid off approximately 300 US-based executive assistants as part of a strategy to replace them with offshore talent. This decision is part of a broader trend within the company to reduce costs and streamline operations. The layoffs reflect a shift in the company's workforce strategy, focusing on leveraging lower-cost labor markets. The move has raised concerns about the impact on the remaining workforce and the quality of support provided to executives. This decision highlights the ongoing challenges faced by firms in balancing operational efficiency with employee retention.
Ernst & Young cut 300 jobs affecting its Executive Assistants team as of July 25, 2025.
That is roughly 0.1% of the 300,000 people Ernst & Young employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 14 layoff events at Ernst & Young since October 2023, affecting a combined 1,570 employees.
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