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Zenefits Layoffs

April 2020

Zenefits announced a layoff affecting 87 employees (15% of its workforce) in April 2020. The company operates in the HR sector.

Share:
People Affected

87

Percentage

15%

Announced Date

Apr 23, 2020

Company Information

Industry
HR
Country
US
Region
SF Bay Area
Last Updated: Apr 18, 2026

About

In April 2020, HR tech startup Zenefits laid off approximately 15% of its workforce, affecting an estimated 80-100 employees out of a total of around 578. The company, which provides HR and payroll software for small and medium businesses, cited the severe economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for the cuts. CEO Jay Fulcher explained that the crisis forced a re-evaluation and realignment of the business plan, leading to this difficult decision. This move reflected broader job losses across Silicon Valley as the pandemic disrupted businesses globally.

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