It's not what you think it would be like - Senior Human Resources Assistant Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Mar 20, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Compensation (wage--only when non-exempt because of OT; generous stock allotment), a credible company, affordable insurance benefits, 10% discount on items shipped and sold by Amazon. They hire alot of veterans and new college graduates.

Cons

Excessive overtime, minimal work-life balance, and not as many perks as you would think. If you are chosen to work nightshift, you basically wake up, go to work, leave work, sleep, and go back to work. During PEAK season (Thanksgiving to Christmas), the stress is even higher and hours are even more crazy. Everyone is required to work 6 days straight, associated and HR included. During this time it is not uncommon for managers to work 8+days straight. The fulfillment center environment is extremely different than the Seattle Corporate HQ that most people envision working at Amazon would be like. Their tuition reimbursement program only covers up to an Associate's degree on most popular fields of study. Stocks don't vest fully until after 4 years. 20% vests after the first year, then only 5% every 6 months.

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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Really smart people, a lot of opportunity for growth, always encouraged to be innovative, think big, and create something new. Competitive salary and benefits with other major tech companies. 100% self motivating work environment. No dress code and 4 legged friends are welcome.

Cons

You have to be self motivated. NO ONE will hold your hand and tell you that you're doing a great job. If you need constant affirmations from management, this company isn't for you.

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