Video-sharing platform TikTok has confirmed that fewer than 30 positions at its Irish operation are under threat, following changes to its global trust and safety teams.
The company, which employs around 2,500 staff in Ireland, said the latest move affects a small percentage of non-frontline roles. Employees impacted by the restructuring will be offered the opportunity to apply for redeployment to other positions within the company. At present, TikTok has around 70 open roles in its Dublin office.
“This involves a small percentage of non-frontline roles in our global Trust and Safety teams,” a company spokesperson said.
The announcement marks the third time this year that TikTok’s Irish workforce has faced uncertainty. In March, the social media giant told the Irish Government that around 300 jobs were at risk as part of a wider global restructuring of its trust and safety unit, which oversees content moderation. The cuts were part of a significant shift in how TikTok manages harmful content and regulatory compliance.
In July, TikTok confirmed further reductions in its Irish workforce, this time within its global e-commerce division. Fewer than 10 roles were expected to be impacted, though the company said redeployment options would again be offered.
The latest cuts, first reported by the Business Post, come at a sensitive time for the company, which continues to face regulatory and political scrutiny in Europe and the United States. Its trust and safety teams play a central role in moderating content, ensuring compliance with online safety rules, and addressing growing concerns around misinformation and harmful material.
TikTok’s European headquarters are based in Dublin, making Ireland one of its largest operational hubs outside Asia. Over the past five years, the company has significantly expanded its presence in the capital, adding roles in engineering, legal services, e-commerce, and policy.
Industry analysts note that the decision to trim staff, even in relatively small numbers, reflects broader pressures on technology firms to streamline operations amid increased costs and regulatory demands. Global tech companies have collectively announced tens of thousands of layoffs since 2022 as they adapt to shifting advertising revenues and tighter compliance requirements.
For affected TikTok employees, the immediate focus will be redeployment, with management emphasising that a range of internal opportunities remain available. However, unions and employment experts have cautioned that even limited restructuring in key teams like trust and safety may indicate ongoing adjustments to the company’s business model.
Despite the recent job cuts, TikTok insists its long-term commitment to Ireland remains strong, with Dublin continuing to serve as a core hub for its European operations.
