Burberry : announces new business services centre in Leeds

Burberry announces its intention to open a new office in Leeds, strengthening its ties with Yorkshire.

Subject to consultation with employees, the office, which will open in October, will bring together UK and EMEIA shared service teams from Finance, HR and Procurement, as well as some Customer Service and IT roles.

Creating a centre of excellence will make Burberry more productive and efficient by simplifying processes and fostering teamwork across functions. Moving roles to Leeds will also generate significant savings for the business by allowing Burberry to reduce its office space requirements in London where the company will remain headquartered.

It is expected that about 300 roles will transfer to Leeds.

Christopher Bailey, Chief Creative and Chief Executive Officer of Burberry Group plc, commented:
'This is an important move for Burberry as we continue to deliver on the strategic priorities we outlined last year. In addition to the benefits it will bring to the business, opening an office in Leeds reinforces our commitment to the UK and to Yorkshire, home of our iconic trench coat.'

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