Description

Amazon is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead our Global Corporate Employee Relations (GCER) team across the Asia Pacific, Japan, and China (APJC) region. This role is critical to Amazon's mission of becoming "Earth's Best Employer" by proactively managing employee relations risks and fostering positive employee experiences across our diverse APJC markets.

Reporting to the Director of Global Corporate Employee Relations, this senior leader will oversee and drive strategic initiatives across seven Amazon business lines in the APJC region.

Key job responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and execute comprehensive employee relations strategies that foster positive workplace environments across APJC countries, with particular focus on Korea, Japan, Indonesia, and Vietnam
- Lead assessments and proactive employee relations strategies
- Partner with business leaders, legal teams, regional People eXperience and Technology (PXT) teams, and where applicable, employee representatives to build constructive relationships and address potential concerns proactively
- Drive the development and implementation of Response Plans for all APJC countries
- Oversee Employee Representative Body (ERB) program operations across the region

Team Leadership & Development:
- Manage and develop regional Employee Relations Managers
- Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to direct reports on complex employee relations cases
- Build capability within the local PXT and wider GCER team through training, coaching, and knowledge sharing initiatives
- Collaborate with GCER leadership to ensure consistent global standards while adapting to local market requirements

Regional Program Management:
- Oversee the design and delivery of region-specific employee relations training programs
- Lead cross-functional initiatives supporting business expansion and new market entry
- Manage relationships with external consultants and legal advisors
- Drive standardization of employee change processes across APJC markets
- Coordinate with Americas and EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) GCER teams to share best practices and maintain global consistency
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with all workplace stakeholders to support positive employee experiences
- Facilitate constructive dialogue between management and employees to support business objectives while addressing workforce needs

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
- Support the wider PXT team to build and maintain relationships with government officials, labor departments, and regulatory bodies across APJC as required
- Partner with business leaders to provide strategic counsel on employee relations matters
- Collaborate with Legal, Public Policy, and Communications teams on sensitive Employee relations issues
- Represent Amazon's interests in employee-related forums and industry associations

Analytics & Reporting:
- Analyze regional employee relations trends, metrics, and sentiment data to inform strategic decisions
- Provide regular reporting to GCER Director and senior leadership on regional risk assessments
- Utilize predictive analytics tools to identify emerging employee relations risks
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on data insights and regional feedback

Working Conditions & Travel
- Travel required (30-40%) across APJC region
- Occasional travel to Seattle and other global Amazon locations
- Flexibility to work across multiple time zones and respond to urgent situations
- Some evening and weekend work may be required during critical situations

Success Metrics
- Reduction in employee relations incidents and escalations across APJC region
- Successful implementation of strategic plans in all countries
- Employee sentiment improvements in key risk areas
- Team development and retention metrics
- Stakeholder satisfaction scores from business partners
- Compliance with local employee regulations and Amazon policies