Are you passionate about delivering outstanding Human Resources
Do you also Insist on the Highest Standards
Were glad to hear it.
Were seeking an experienced Human Resources professional to join our team in London. Our operations sites at the heart of Amazons world-class and rapidly growing Operations network: theyre where we manage our fast-moving inventory. Theyre also where we developed our industry-leading workflows.
With you reporting to the Regional Human Resources Manager youll develop and deliver a bespoke Human Resources plan to support our Operations facilities in London area. Youll also have a hand in developing the wider HR strategy. Youll then gain exposure in many different aspects of our global network and even tackle regional/ global Human Resources projects. This an opportunity to make your mark on a household name.
Youll also manage change as Operations processes develop and evolve. Above all youll ensure that a strong inclusive and supportive Human Resources culture is communicated across your sites.
Key job responsibilities
Recruitment and Selection:
Youll already be passionate about one of our Leadership Principles: Hiring and Developing the Best. Youll be involved in recruitment panels for Senior Leadership roles identifying the next Amazonians to join the family. Youll also partner with the Talent Acquisition team helping them develop Amazon as the employer brand of choice both at the local and national level.
Employee Relations and Engagement:
As a Human Resources professional its crucial that you Earn Trust from day one another of our Leadership Principles: we care about all our team members so that they can care about our customers. On-site youll always aim to form strong relationships with everyone: this is how youll monitor the pulse of employee engagement maintain satisfaction and drive continuous improvement.
Performance Management Talent Management and Succession Planning:
Our annual leadership review ensures that star performers are developed and grow within our business. This is how youll coach and influence team members inspiring everyone to be their professional best.
As leader of Talent Development at your site youll own the overall succession plan utilising the tools and information you need to identify the leaders of the future. Part of your role will be to act as coach and mentor empowering every high performer to fulfil their personal goals. Youll also partner closely with the Learning and Development team to aid everyone in up-skilling themselves.
Generalist Human Resources:
As an experienced Senior Generalist with Bias for Action youll lead and motivate your team. With your open communication and credible decision making youll make sure that your area can rapidly Deliver Results on-site another major Leadership Principle. Youll also balance commercial business acumen in your leadership with a fair and pragmatic outlook.
About the team
You will manage a small dedicated team on site that partner with the operational leaders to ensure positive organisational health. You will have the opportunity to be part of the Regional senior leadership team in London and greater London area bringing your knowledge and expertise to the forefront of our Regional strategy.
You have a bachelor degree or equivalent
You have significant Human Resources experience at a management level ideally within a high-volume fast-paced and customer-focused environment
You always develop effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels including hourly paid associates working on the shop floor
You demonstrate a proven hands-on attitude while remaining flexible and adaptable
Demonstrable ability to motivate and positively influence others
Youre both degree and CIPD qualified
Solid problem-solving and analytical capabilities; youre able to analyse Human Resources metrics find root causes and then develop short medium and long-term plans accordingly
You possess strong change management negotiation and influencing skills: youre also able to proactively manage ambiguity
Youre intellectually curious; youll bring valuable insight to the team and business
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (
to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.