Royal Mail locations as much as 2,500 jobs in danger in ‘important transformation’
Royal Mail has announced plans for an organisational review that is expected to see a loss of up to 2,500 head office and support function jobs by the end of 2027
Royal Mail has announced a major organisational review (file)(Image: MarioGuti via Getty Images)
Royal Mail has announced plans for an organisational review with an expected loss of up to 2,500 jobs by the end of 2027. The company said it was undergoing a “significant transformation” as the business implements universal service reform and adapts to a rapidly-changing market.
Letter volumes have declined by more than 70% since their peak while customer demand for faster and more convenient parcel delivery services continues to grow, it said. The jobs at risk will reportedly be in head office and support function.
A Royal Mail statement said: “As part of its transformation programme, Royal Mail is simplifying processes and functions across the business and today announced proposals for an organisational review of head office and support functions.”
Royal Mail is placing 2,500 jobs at risk (file)(Image: Simon Shepheard via Getty Images)
Alistair Cochrane, chief executive officer of Royal Mail, said the company has been working “hard to reduce costs”.
He said: “We have been working hard to reduce costs and simplify processes across all areas of the business as we transform to win in a very competitive market.
“These proposed changes remove duplication and allow us to invest further in the service we deliver for our customers.
“We are committed to treating everyone fairly and respectfully throughout this process, working closely with our trade unions.
“The proposed changes will not be easy, but they are an important part of building a stronger, simpler and future-ready Royal Mail for our customers and colleagues.”
