Job cuts hit HR tech as big firms shift focus fast. Indeed and Glassdoor’s parent company is now going all-in on AI. Recruit Holdings, based in Tokyo, has announced it will cut around 1,300 jobs—about 6% of its HR-tech staff. The move aims to speed up its shift toward AI-powered hiring tools. Glassdoor will be folded into Indeed, consolidating platforms to boost efficiency and innovation in recruitment technology.
Most of the layoffs hit U.S.-based teams, particularly those in research & development, growth, people operations, and sustainability. Simultaneously, Glassdoor will be fully merged into Indeed, prompting leadership changes: Glassdoor’s CEO will step down by October, and Indeed’s head of People & Sustainability will depart in September.
🔍 Why This Matters for Recruiting Teams
- Talent Re-Entry Opportunity
These laid-off staffers strong in HR-tech, R&D, and candidate experience are now available in the talent market. For companies hiring in tech, marketing, or operations, it’s a golden chance to onboard seasoned professionals. - AI-Driven Evolution
With this restructuring, Recruit aims to deliver “simpler, more personal” hiring through AI integration. That means new roles and skill sets are emerging primarily around AI, machine learning, and automation. - Leadership Shift = New Strategy
Moving Glassdoor into Indeed consolidates two major HR platforms. Expect a refreshed product roadmap, team realignments, and potentially multiple hiring waves as this integration unfolds.
✅ Action Guide for Hiring & HR Pros
- Recruiters: Update outreach lists to include laid-off R&D and HR-tech professionals especially those with AI or product development experience.
- Hiring Managers: Prioritize AI-driven skill sets. These candidates bring both domain knowledge and innovation mindset a strong fit for forward-thinking teams.
- HR Teams: Review your partnerships with AI and HR-platform vendors. Seek out better integration or consolidation possibilities in your tools stack.
At Remms Recruitment, we’re proactively reaching out to this emerging pool of talent and syncing with firms in need of AI-savvy professionals. Want help converting these shifts into real hires? Let’s chat—I’m happy to connect the dots.
Source: AllWork
