As reported by IT Europa, Exertis UK has begun a statutory consultation process on proposed restructuring measures.

The announcement comes not long after the completion of its acquisition by private equity firm Aurelius. The 45-day consultation applies to the Exertis UK Business & Consumer and Exertis Supplies operations – no final decisions have yet been made, and the consultation, which began mid-December, is expected to conclude in late January.

The restructuring follows the completion of Aurelius’ acquisition of Exertis’ technology distribution businesses from DCC, which was finalised in November. The deal included Exertis UK Business and Consumer, Exertis Supplies, Exertis Ireland, Hypertec, Macro EV, Exertis Supply Chain Services, MTR and Ztorm. Exertis Enterprise, the Nordics business and Exertis’ JAM and Almo operations in North America remained within DCC.

Exertis employs around 1,200 staff across UK sites including Basingstoke, Burnley, Harlow and Elland. Earlier reports suggested that the proposals could result in significant workforce reductions, though Aurelius has since stressed that no decisions on job losses can be taken until the consultation process is complete. The restructuring comes amid wider operational changes at Exertis following the sale.

When the acquisition completed, Exertis CEO Tim Griffin said Aurelius was committed to accelerating growth through dedicated focus and investment, describing the deal as positioning the business for long-term development.