Sky has put 900 UK roles at risk as it restructures to compete with US streaming services, with around 600 expected to be cut and 300 redeployed. The latest round affects technology, product, and corporate teams and follows launches of Sky Glass and the budget-friendly Sky Glass Air.
Since early 2023, Sky has cut nearly 3,500 jobs, moving away from traditional satellite pay-TV toward internet-based services. More than 90% of new subscriptions now come from Sky Glass and Sky Stream. The cuts bring Sky’s UK workforce back to roughly 23,000, similar to when Comcast acquired the business in 2018.
Earlier reductions included 2,000 roles at customer service centers and 800 installation jobs, reflecting a shift to digital communication and plug-and-play devices. A new deal with Warner Bros Discovery will make HBO Max available on Sky, ending its exclusive rights to the studio’s content.
