Amazon

Workforce Strategist, Senior Talent Transformation

Amazon$148K — $201K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of analytical and communication experience
  • Bachelor's degree or above
  • Experience engaging with senior executives
  • Proven experience in workforce planning
  • Background leading complex cross-functional projects
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Advise senior leaders on workforce strategy aligned with business goals
  • Translate workforce strategy into multi-year workforce plans in collaboration with HR and Finance
  • Enhance workforce planning tools with AI-driven recommendations
  • Build trust and influence with senior leaders to create impactful strategies
  • Utilize predictive analytics to design forward-looking workforce plans
  • Manage the journey from workforce planning design to operational execution
  • Create compelling written narratives to facilitate decision-making

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement programs
  • Access to mental health support and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Are you passionate about transforming how Amazon's senior leaders make strategic talent decisions? Amazon's Senior Talent and Transformation team is seeking an exceptional Workforce Strategist to revolutionize workforce planning across our global organization.

You'll advise senior leaders to transform how we align talent investments with business needs. This isn't about capability planning; you're building new capabilities for senior leaders to challenge how work is done and influencing leaders to align on the new way of working leveraging AI. You'll work in a high-visibility, high-ambiguity environment with direct interaction with senior leaders, and close partnership with Finance and Business Ops.

**Note the compensation listed below is base salary only. Total compensation will be discussed further with your recruiter.

Key job responsibilities
• Advise senior leaders in business and HR to develop the workforce strategy that supports the business objectives
• Partner with HRBPs and Finance partners to translate the workforce strategy into one-to-three-year workforce plans, aligned with Amazon's planning cycles
• Collaborate with workforce planning tooling team to continue advancing the tooling to handle workforce scenarios with embedded AI-driven recommendations
• Earns trust with Amazon senior leaders with executive influencing skills to develop collaborative strategies that create measurable impacts for the business
• Apply workforce planning mental model and methodology, predictive analytics, technical know-how to develop forward-looking workforce plans with expected P&L impacts
• Drive workforce planning milestones from design to plan to operationalization, meeting organizational goals and timelines
• Deliver exceptional written narratives aligned with the Amazon writing culture expectation, to drive alignment and decisions
• Apply AI capabilities for faster and better workflows including analysis, doc writing, coordination
• Travel occasionally for senior leader customer meetings

About the team

The Senior Talent and Transformation team enables senior leaders - and through them, the company - to be as successful as possible in inventing and delivering on behalf of the customers.

You will work closely with senior leaders, and partner with cross-functional teams including Finance, Ops, Products, Engineers, Science, Transformation, Executive Recruiting, Executive Compensation, Executive Development.

If you enjoy leading strategic programs, influencing senior leaders, creating impacts, working in a fast-paced environment and being challenged by new problems, we'd like to speak with you!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 6+ years of analytical, quantitative, communication, and presentations experience

- Bachelor's degree or above

- Experience working directly with senior executives and leadership teams

- Experience with workforce planning

- Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing large, complicated programs

- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience working directly with finance teams

- Strong writing skills

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, NY, New York - 163,600.00 - 221,300.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 148,700.00 - 201,200.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 148,700.00 - 201,200.00 USD annually

About Amazon

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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Industry
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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