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Amazon Announces New Layoffs Targeting HR Department Amidst Restructuring

Amazon is preparing to lay off up to 15% of its human resources staff as part of a broader restructuring effort. This decision comes shortly after the company announced plans to hire 250,000 employees for the holiday season. The layoffs reflect a trend among major corporations to streamline operations while investing heavily in artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure. With a significant portion of its workforce affected in recent months, Amazon's strategy raises questions about the future of employment within the company and the tech industry at large.
By Ambika Singh Oct 16, 2025, 15:43 IST
Amazon Announces New Layoffs Targeting HR Department Amidst Restructuring

Amazon's Latest Layoff Plans



Amazon, a leading player in e-commerce and cloud services, is set to initiate another round of layoffs, focusing primarily on its human resources sector. Reports indicate that the company aims to reduce its HR workforce by as much as 15%.


The human resources division at Amazon comprises over 10,000 employees globally. While layoffs are anticipated across various departments, the most significant reductions are expected within the People Experience and Technology (PXT) team. The full extent of these layoffs remains uncertain.


Widespread Job Cuts Across Departments


This announcement follows Amazon's recent commitment to hire 250,000 workers for its fulfillment and transportation operations in the U.S. for the upcoming holiday season. Similar to many large corporations, Amazon is navigating a challenging period marked by workforce reductions. A Bloomberg report highlighted that around 110 employees were recently let go from Amazon's Wondery podcast division due to a major restructuring, which also saw the resignation of Wondery's CEO.


Investment in Artificial Intelligence


As the demand for artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, many companies, including Amazon, are streamlining their workforces. The tech giant is making substantial investments in AI, with plans to allocate approximately $100 billion this year towards the development of cloud and data centers. This transition has contributed to a significant rise in job losses, with around 27,000 employees affected between late 2022 and 2023.


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