LinkedIn Reportedly Plans Workforce Reduction of About 5%

LinkedIn is reportedly preparing to reduce around 5% of its global workforce as part of a broader organisational restructuring, according to people familiar with the matter.
The professional networking platform, owned by Microsoft, employs more than 17,500 full-time workers worldwide. Based on current workforce figures, the planned reduction could affect several hundred employees across different functions.
Reports indicate employees were expected to be informed of the decision during the week as the company moves ahead with internal realignment efforts. However, the company has not publicly confirmed the exact number of affected roles or identified specific teams likely to be impacted.
The restructuring is understood to be aimed at reallocating resources toward business areas with stronger long-term growth potential rather than being solely focused on cost reduction.
The development comes despite continued business growth for LinkedIn. Recent earnings disclosures from Microsoft showed LinkedIn revenue increased by 12% in the latest reported quarter compared with the same period a year earlier, supported by recruitment solutions and subscription services.
According to reports, artificial intelligence is not directly replacing jobs at the company. However, the wider technology industry continues to undergo organisational restructuring as firms adapt operations around AI adoption, automation and changing business priorities.
The reported move also reflects a broader trend across the technology sector, where companies have continued workforce reductions while increasing investments in AI infrastructure, digital services and emerging technologies.
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