M&C Saatchi cuts at least 20 roles following client losses

More than 20 jobs have gone at M&C Saatchi's Australian operation as the creative agency attempts to right-size following a string of high-profile account departures.

The agency confirmed the workforce reduction this week, with CEO Dani Bassil acknowledging the human cost of the decision while declining to detail individual circumstances.

"This is never an easy outcome, particularly given the talented people who have contributed so much to our agency, our culture, and our clients' success," Bassil said in a statement.

"Our priority is to support those affected through this transition with care, respect, and access to appropriate assistance."

Among the accounts lost in the lead-up to the cuts were Woolworths, CommBank, and ART.

Bassil said the agency's attention was now firmly on its people and clients as it moves through the restructure.

"Our focus remains on supporting affected employees and maintaining continuity for our clients," she said.

Main image: M+C Saatchi's Sydney office

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