Amazon: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Jul 2025

Compensation

Amazon has Launched a Stricter Performance Review System

Jul 4, 2025

Amazon CEO Faces Employee Backlash Over AI Job Cuts Memo

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has come under fire from employees after a company-wide memo acknowledged that...

Technology

Jun 26, 2025

Amazon CEO Faces Employee Backlash Over AI Job Cuts Memo

Amazon Employees Given Days to Decide or Resign

Amazon has issued a sweeping directive to thousands of its corporate employees, requiring them to re...

Employment

Jun 19, 2025

Amazon Employees Given Days to Decide or Resign

Generative AI to Reduce Corporate Jobs at Amazon

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has announced that the companys corporate workforce will likely shrink in the...

Layoffs

Jun 18, 2025

Generative AI to Reduce Corporate Jobs at Amazon

Hiring

Amazon Freezes Retail Hiring Budget for 2025

Amazon has announced a freeze on its retail hiring budget for 2025, signaling a shift in its workforce strategy amid ongoing cost-cutting measures. The decision, revealed through an internal email, indicates that the company will maintain a flat headcount operating expense compared to the previous year. While Amazon has clarified that hiring will continue, the […]

Jun 7, 2025

Layoffs

Amazon Lays Off Employees in Kindle and Goodreads Operations

Amazon has announced a restructuring of its Books division, leading to job cuts across Kindle and Goodreads. The company confirmed that fewer than 100 employees have been impacted by the layoffs, which are part of a broader effort to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Amazon continues to streamline operations under CEO Andy Jassy, who actively […]

Jun 6, 2025

Layoffs

Amazon Cuts 100 Jobs in Devices and Services Unit

Amazon has announced the elimination of approximately 100 jobs within its Devices and Services division, marking another step in its ongoing corporate restructuring efforts. The layoffs, confirmed on May 15, 2025, affect teams responsible for developing products such as Kindle, Echo smart speakers, Alexa voice assistant, and Zoox autonomous vehicles. The move aligns with CEO […]

May 16, 2025

Compensation

Amazon Salary Overhaul: Who Benefits and Who Loses?

Amazon has announced a major overhaul of its compensation model, shifting its focus toward rewarding long-time top performers while reducing payouts for first-time high achievers. The revised salary structure, which takes effect in 2025, aims to distinguish between employees with sustained excellence and those with fluctuating performance records. Under the new guidelines, veteran employees who […]

May 7, 2025

Industry

Amazon to Triple Delivery Network, Expand Rural Reach by 2026

Amazon has announced a major expansion of its delivery network in India, aiming to triple its current infrastructure and extend its reach into rural and underserved regions by 2026. The initiative is part of a multi-billion-dollar investment, designed to enhance last-mile logistics, reduce delivery times, and create over 100,000 new job opportunities. With plans to […]

May 5, 2025

Industry

Microsoft Layoffs: The ‘Amazon and Google Angle’ Explained

Microsoft is reportedly preparing for another round of job cuts, potentially as early as May 2025. The layoffs are anticipated to focus on middle management and non-technical roles. This aligns with restructuring strategies recently implemented by tech giants Amazon and Google. This report delves into the details of Microsoft’s upcoming layoffs, the rationale behind them, […]

Apr 11, 2025

Compensation

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Announces Major Shift in Promotion Policy

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has unveiled a transformative change in the company’s promotion policy during a recent Town Hall meeting. This announcement signifies a major shift away from traditional corporate practices. It focuses on efficiency, meritocracy, and customer-centric results rather than hierarchical growth and large team management. Key Changes in Promotion Policy at Amazon Andy […]

Mar 25, 2025

Layoffs

Amazon to Cut 14,000 Managerial Roles in Cost-Saving Drive

To streamline operations and enhance efficiency, Amazon is set to lay off 14,000 managerial employees by early 2025. This decision, part of the company’s broader cost-cutting strategy, aims to save between $2.1 billion and $3.6 billion annually. The layoffs represent a 13% reduction in Amazon’s global management workforce, reducing the number of managers from 105,770 […]

Mar 18, 2025

Industry

Amazon Faces AI Demand Surge, Echoes Microsoft’s Capacity Issues

Amazon has recently announced that it is struggling to keep up with the surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI) services, echoing similar concerns raised by its rival, Microsoft Corp. Despite ambitious plans to invest heavily in AI infrastructure, Amazon faces significant capacity constraints that are impacting its growth. CEO Andy remains optimistic about the long-term […]

Feb 7, 2025

Work Model

Amazon Extends Office Return Deadline for Corporate Employees

Amazon has decided to postpone its order requiring all employees to work from the office five days a week. The decision comes as a response to insufficient workspace in several US cities, affecting thousands of corporate employees. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has been a strong advocate for the return-to-office policy, emphasizing the benefits of in-office […]

Dec 21, 2024

Hiring

Amazon creates 2,000+ jobs, strengthening its workforce in India

Amazon is ramping up its hiring efforts in India, with over 2,000 job openings posted on LinkedIn. This significant expansion is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in one of its fastest-growing markets. The roles span across various divisions, including tech and non-tech positions, reflecting Amazon’s commitment to diversifying its workforce. Prominent […]

Dec 11, 2024

Strike

Amazon Workers Rally for Fair Wages & Better Working Conditions

Thousands of Amazon workers across more than 20 countries are gearing up to stage protests and strikes during the peak holiday shopping period, Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The planned demonstrations are part of the global “Make Amazon Pay” campaign, which demands better working conditions, improved workers’ rights, and stronger climate action from the e-commerce […]

Nov 27, 2024