Amazon CEO unveils 55,000 jobs - Register now for their online Career Day!

Sept 1 (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) is planning to hire 55,000 people for corporate and technology roles globally in the coming months, Chief Executive Andy Jassy told Reuters.

That’s equal to more than a third of Google’s (GOOGL.O) headcount as of June 30, and close to all of Facebook’s (FB.O).

Jassy, in his first press interview since he ascended to Amazon’s top post in July, said the company needed more firepower to keep up with demand in retail, the cloud and advertising, among other businesses. He said the company's new bet to launch satellites into orbit to widen broadband access, called Project Kuiper, would require a lot of new hires, too.

With Amazon's annual job fair scheduled to begin Sept. 15, Jassy hopes now is a good time for recruiting. “There are so many jobs during the pandemic that have been displaced or have been altered, and there are so many people who are thinking about different and new jobs,” said Jassy, who cited a U.S. survey from PwC that 65% of workers wanted a new gig.

“It’s part of what we think makes ‘Career Day’ so timely and so useful,” he said. The new hires would represent a 20% increase in Amazon's tech and corporate staff, who currently number around 275,000 globally, the company said.

Already the second-biggest private employer in the United States, Amazon brought on more than 500,000 people in 2020, largely in warehouse and delivery operations. That area has had significant turnover.

The company is investing heavily in building more warehouses and boosting pay to attract workers, in order to catch up to strong demand from shoppers seeking products delivered to their homes.

The career fair will be global.

Welcome

Amazon Career Day is a free event on Wednesday, September 16, 2021 at 9:30am BST. This interactive experience is for all job seekers, regardless of your level of experience, professional field, or background – whether you are interested in working at Amazon or elsewhere. Join our livestream to hear from recruiting experts and industry leaders on how to land your next job, book a career coaching session with an Amazon recruiter, or attend one of our CV workshop events.

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Schedule includes;

Welcome and Opening Keynote

Welcome from Amazon's UK Country Manager, John Boumphrey - learn more about what to expect from today's event and some of the exciting initatives coming out of our UK business. Amazon Career Day kicks off at 9:30am BST.

Hottest Careers at Amazon

In this panel discussion you'll learn about some of the exciting roles at Amazon from our operations network to corporate roles. Discover the range of different paths that Amazonians took to get to where they are now and the opportunities they've had for development.

A Day in the Life: Freddie Laving-Openshaw, Associate, Amazon Delivery Station in Sheffield

Musician Freddie joined Amazon during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the live music industry was particularly hard-hit. Having discovered how much he enjoys the people and the fast-pace of work, Freddie has decided to stay at Amazon and balance both careers.

What it’s Really Like Working at Amazon

Panel discussion on what it's like working at Amazon and how our 16 Leadership Principles inform everything we do - from discussing ideas for new projects or deciding how to solve problems. Hear from employees across operations, Alexa AI and Seller Services.

Career Advice from Amazon's CEO

Join us for a discussion with Andy Jassy to hear about his own career path and the culture at Amazon

A Day in the Life: Isabel Huerga Ayza, Developer Relations Manage at Amazon Web Services (AWS), London

Isabel joined Amazon Web Services as a technical account manager four years ago. Every day, she brings Amazon's cloud offering to life through Twitch, Podcasts and events, saying 'It's unreal that I have a job where I get to have fun full time and get paid.'

A Day in the Life: Noel McLean, PIT instructor, Amazon Fulfilment Centre in Doncaster

Noel, a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) instructor in Doncaster, teaches Amazonians how to use a PIT safely. He enjoys flexible hours, safe working conditions and is saving to buy his first house for his young family. He is also a member of Amazon's Black Employee Network.

How to Interview at Amazon (And Beyond)

Your resume has gotten you an interview, now what? Preparation is key when interviewing. This segment will offer tactical advice, including: how to best prepare in advance, which questions interviewers tend to ask most, and tips to make yourself stand out from the crowd.

A Day in the Life: Saranya Govindan, Applied Sciences Manager, Alexa AI, Cambridge Development Centre

Saranya is currently developing Alexa to understand more complex questions. Saranya utilises Amazon's flexible working policies so that she can balance family life with work and and has extra time to focus on academic collaborations.

David Epstein: Making the Case for the Generalist: Why a Successful Career Path Does Not Always Mean Moving in a Straight Line

New York Times bestselling author David Epstein discusses how most career paths do not move in a straight line, and explains why that’s okay – even beneficial. This segment offers insights into how to highlight your own unique story and the benefits your individuality brings to a rapidly changing job market.

A Day in the Life: Tony Harris, former military, now Ops Manager, Amazon Fulfilment Centre in Tilbury

After suffering serious injuries during a tour of duty, former Army Captain Tony Harris found fresh purpose in competitive sports, coaching leadership skills and a new career at Amazon. Tony was recently promoted to Operations Manager and just completed his MBA.

Apprenticeships at Amazon and ways to Diversify and Progress Your Career

Shevaun Haviland, the Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce hosts a panel with Amazonians from Operations and Corporate roles to discuss apprenticeships, motivations and opportunities to progress and diversify your career at Amazon.

A Day in the Life: James Morris, Senior Manager - Sustainable Transportation

James Morris, Senior Manager for sustainable transport discusses his career at Amazon and how his role is helping Amazon build a sustainable business and meet the Climate Pledge.

End of Program

The live event will conclude at approximately 11:30am BST.