Breakfast@8 on corporate reorganisation and restructuring: market conditions and trends

The morning session provides an opportunity to discuss current practices and the latest trends in reorganisations, restructurings and redundancies in France.

On this occasion, some of our experts are speaking: 

• Xavier Bailly, Partner
• Luc de Saint Sauveur, Partner
• Wandrille Wallon, Director

They are joined by Olivier Guillou, Partner at Groupe Alpha.

They share their expertise and give an overview of the key figures and trends from previous editions.

Key Takeaways from This Edition

• An intensifying restructuring cycle

Since late 2023, there has been a sharp rise in the number of Employment Protection Plans (PSE) and Collective Mutual Termination Agreements (RCC). According to the latest data from DARES and our own estimates, the total number of workforce restructuring initiatives in 2024 is expected to significantly exceed pre-pandemic levels, reaching approximately 660 PSE and RCC cases.

• Increasing Pressure on Employment

In 2024, no fewer than 192 000 jobs have been impacted by collective restructuring procedures—well above pre-crisis levels, which averaged around 140 000. This trend highlights growing economic instability and uncertainty, suggesting a sustained high volume of restructurings in 2025.

• The Rising Politicisation of Restructuring

Since the dissolution of the National Assembly, workforce restructuring has become a key local political issue, particularly for newly elected officials (30% of current MPs). Elected officials are leveraging these cases to position themselves as employment defenders, prompting companies to exercise increased caution when announcing restructuring plans.

• 9 Key Recommendations for PSE Negotiators

In this evolving landscape, labor unions play a pivotal role. We consulted Olivier Guillou to share his insights on the situation. He outlined the key stakeholders involved in advising Works Councils (CSE), their respective approaches, and their level of engagement. He also provided nine strategic recommendations for union negotiators involved in PSE discussions.

Thursday, 30 January 2025

Welcome and breakfast from 8.30 a.m., presentation from 9.00 to 10.00 a.m

Eight Advisory, 37 rue La Boétie, 75008 Paris

Register HERE