Union leaders vow to protect Easyjet jobs after sale to US private equity firm

What this means for your job search: Be prepared for heightened competition and to clearly articulate how your skills directly contribute to revenue or cost reduction. Research a company's ownership, as private equity firms often lead to hiring freezes or a focus on critical, profit-driving roles. Apollo's ownership will usher in a new era for the airline, which could involve cost-cutting. This has sparked fears over the future of Easyjet's 19,000 staff.