Ogilvy Reportedly Cutting 700 Jobs in 2025, Part of Strategic Overhaul

What’s Happening at Ogilvy?

Ogilvy is reportedly eliminating approximately 5% of its workforce, or around 700 jobs, as part of a strategic overhaul.

“Ogilvy is sharpening its edge by streamlining our global operations and further integrating WPP Open, our powerful AI platform, across every facet of our business,” a statement to Sustainability Magazine reads.

“This strategic evolution, while requiring some tough but vital changes, is designed to empower our teams, boost our creative effectiveness, and ensure we continue to deliver unparalleled excellence for our clients in today’s rapidly evolving market.”

As part of the restructuring, the WPP-owned agency plans to dissolve its global diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) team.

Impact on Canadian Staff

It remains unclear if any Canadian employees at Ogilvy are affected by the latest round of job cuts.

According to LinkedIn, the agency has more than 70 workers in the country.

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Next Steps for Ogilvy Employees

If you’re fired or let go from Ogilvy, understanding your legal rights is crucial.

Non-unionized employees in Canada are entitled to severance pay. This includes individuals working full-time, part-time, or hourly in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia (BC).

The amount you’re owed is based on a variety of factors, including your role, tenure, age, and ability to find similar work.

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Key Severance Facts:

• Compensation: Severance packages, which can be as much as 24 months’ pay, may include salary, bonuses, commissions, and other forms of compensation. Use our firm’s free Severance Pay Calculator to better understand your entitlements.
• Deadlines: You generally have up to 2 years from the date of your termination to review and negotiate severance offers.
• Action steps: Consult an employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP to ensure your severance package is fair and aligns with Canadian employment laws.

Lost Your Job at Ogilvy? Contact Us

If you’ve lost your job at Ogilvy, the experienced employment law team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP can help.

Our lawyers in Ontario, Alberta, and BC have helped tens of thousands of non-unionized individuals resolve their workplace issues.

Call us today at 1-855-821-5900 or request a consultation online.

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