A major car retail group has confirmed plans to axe 4,000 jobs across its global workforce over the next two years.
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) made the announcement today (Monday, September 7) as part of efforts to slash costs by £1.7 billion.
The cuts are expected to largely impact office roles, with the majority of cuts affecting its UK operations, where around 34,000 staff in total are based.
Just under 10,000 are employed by the company overseas.
Chief executive PB Balaji said the group was “committed to supporting everyone with care, fairness and respect” through the process.
He said: "The automotive industry faces significant challenges, with technological change amidst intense competition and ongoing geo-political uncertainty.
“Through our growth reimagined strategy, JLR is moving decisively to strengthen our competitiveness and position the business for long-term success.
“As part of this transformation, we will reduce our global workforce by around 4,000 roles over the next two years.
“We recognise this will be difficult news for colleagues affected and are committed to supporting everyone with care, fairness and respect.
“Together, these actions will help build a stronger, more competitive JLR for all our stakeholders.”
It comes as JLR continues its recovery from a major cyber attack that forced it to halt production last year, with sales also under pressure amid intense competition from cheaper Chinese electric vehicles, while it also tackles soaring costs and the impact of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Land Rover and Jaguar in Essex
Land Rover has nearly 200 dealerships across the UK, with around 80 being full dealerships
Land Rover dealerships in Essex:
Lookers Land Rover Chelmsford
- Cuton Hall Lane, Chelmsford, CM2 5PX
- Authorised Land Rover retailer for new and approved used vehicles, servicing and repairs.
Lookers Land Rover Colchester
- Authorised Lookers Land Rover retailer serving the Colchester area. The Land Rover retailer network includes a dedicated Lookers Colchester location.
Group 1 Land Rover Southend
- Cherry Orchard Way, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1GP
- Official Land Rover dealership covering the Southend area with sales, servicing, MOTs and parts.
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