Burberry announces new business services centre in Leeds

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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Notes for Editors

• This proposal forms part of the programme, announced in May 2016, to deliver at least £100m of annualised cost savings by FY 2019.
• Established in 1856, Burberry is a global British luxury brand with a heritage of innovation, craftsmanship and design.
• The Burberry business comprises 5 divisions: mens, womens, childrens, accessories and beauty.
• Burberry is headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Burberry is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index (BRBY.L).
• Visit www.burberryplc.com for further information.

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