Workforce restructuring & redundancy
Workplace restructuring can arise for a number of reasons, including changes in the business strategy, cost-saving initiatives, reorganisations, mergers and acquisitions, or the closure or consolidation of particular functions. These exercises can be commercially necessary, but they also require careful planning to ensure that employee exits are handled fairly, consistently and in accordance with applicable UAE employment frameworks.
We advise employers on workforce restructuring and redundancy exercises across the UAE mainland, DIFC and ADGM, from early stages through to implementation and exit.
What do we do?
Our employment lawyers can assist with:
- Restructuring strategy and planning
- Redundancy and role elimination exercises
- Selection processes and criteria
- Consultation and employee communications
- Changes to roles, reporting lines and employment terms
- Settlement and negotiated exits
- End-of-service and termination entitlement
- Post-restructure disputes
Where a restructuring spans different UAE jurisdictions, we can advise on the differences between them and help ensure that the process is implemented consistently across the wider business. Whether you are planning a wider workforce reorganisation or considering the removal of a single role, we provide clear and practical advice aimed at managing risk, protecting your position and achieving a fair outcome.