Uber has cut 23% of its HR division under an organizational revamp led by President Jill Hazelbaker, citing efficiency goals rather than AI advancements.
Exact number of roles cut has not been revealed by Uber
Jun 04, 2026
11:32 am
What's the storyUber has announced a major restructuring in its People and Places division, resulting in a significant workforce reduction.
The company has laid off around 23% of employees from this division, which is responsible for human resources, recruitment, and workplace operations.
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