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Amid layoffs, one of Tesla's senior HR leader steps down

News • 8th May 2024 • 2 Min Read

Amid layoffs, one of Tesla's senior HR leader steps down

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Author: Samriddhi Srivastava Samriddhi Srivastava
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Tesla's HR chief exits amid widespread layoffs as over 6,000 employees in Texas and California face job cuts in June, part of the company's drive to streamline operations and cut costs.

Tesla, the renowned automotive firm led by CEO Elon Musk, faces yet another shake-up in its executive ranks as reports confirm the departure of Allie Arebalo, the company's Senior Director of North America HR. 

Arebalo, one of the most senior women at Tesla, reportedly left the organisation amidst widespread job cuts, marking a significant development within the company's human resources leadership.

Arebalo, who assumed her role in February 2023, played a pivotal role in overseeing HR operations in North America and directly reported to CEO Elon Musk. With over six years of experience at Tesla, her departure signals a notable change within the company's HR landscape. 

While details surrounding Arebalo's departure remain undisclosed, Bloomberg, citing anonymous sources, reported her exit from the organisation last week. However, it remains unclear whether Arebalo resigned voluntarily or was affected by the company's recent job cuts.

Prior to her tenure at Tesla, Arebalo held HR roles at prominent companies such as Walmart and the Walt Disney Company, showcasing her extensive experience in human resources management across diverse industries.

The departure of Tesla's top HR executive comes amidst a broader wave of job cuts within the organisation. Reports indicate that more than 6,000 Tesla employees across Texas and California are set to be laid off in June, as part of the company's efforts to streamline operations and achieve cost efficiencies. 

These layoffs are believed to be a component of the "more than 10%" job cuts initially announced by Elon Musk in April, reflecting Tesla's strategic realignment to optimise its workforce.

Tesla, which boasted over 140,000 employees as of December 2023, is expected to witness significant workforce reduction as a result of these layoffs. While the exact impact on the organisation's staff remains to be seen, the layoffs are poised to affect thousands of employees across various departments.

In a memo addressed to Tesla employees, Musk emphasised the necessity of the job cuts, stating, "There is nothing I hate more, but it must be done. This will enable us to be lean, innovative, and hungry for the next growth phase cycle." 

Musk's directive underscores the company's commitment to driving efficiency and fostering innovation amidst evolving market dynamics.

As Tesla navigates through these organizational changes, the departure of Allie Arebalo underscores the evolving leadership landscape within the company. With ongoing job cuts and restructuring initiatives, Tesla remains focused on optimising its operations and positioning itself for sustainable growth in the competitive automotive industry.

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