Restructuring events
European Restructuring Monitor (ERM)
The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
TikTok, a Chinese-based technology company operating in the social media sector, announced around 300 job cuts at its Dublin office.
The majority of affected roles lie within the Trust and Safety division, with additional positions in AI data services and operations also at risk.
The restructuring is slated to conclude by the end of August 2026, with employees who sign the mutual termination agreement finishing work on that date. The company cited efficiency gains and alignment with global priorities as key drivers, highlighting the deployment of advanced digital technologies such as AI-enabled solutions and automation as part of the plan.
The total number of job losses has been reduced due to opportunities for redeployment to new roles within the organization. Employees are currently negotiating through a collective consultation process overseen by the Communications Workers’ Union, which has expressed concerns over fairness and transparency in the redundancies.
TikTok employs over 2,000 staff across Ireland. Since 2024, TikTok has also announced job cuts in the Netherlands and Germany: TikTok 2024 - NL, TikTok 2025 - DE.
Eurofound (2026), TikTok, Internal restructuring in Ireland, factsheet number 300894, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/300894.
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