- \n
- As part of local expansion plans, Amazon
\nwill create over 200 new jobs in Singapore by end-2022<\/i><\/li>\n- With 100,000 square feet across three floors, the new office will hold over 30 teams and up to 700 employees<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
SINGAPORE\u00a0–\u00a0Media
\nOutReach<\/a>\u00a0– 27 October 2021 –\u00a0Amazon<\/a>
\nis building its presence in Singapore with a new office at Asia Square. Named
\nSIN16, the new office is designed to optimize agile working, learning, and
\ncollaboration as Amazon continues to grow its business, operations, and
\ninvestments in Singapore. <\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
As an anchor tenant at Asia
\nSquare, Amazon will occupy over 100,000 square feet and accommodate up to 700
\nemployees from their Consumer business and Corporate functions in the new
\noffice. The company plans to expand its local workforce across its Consumer
\nbusiness and Corporate functions with over 110 job openings currently available
\nin Singapore. Amazon also aims to add more than 200 new jobs to these
\ndepartments in Singapore by end-2022, to expand its range of offerings in
\nSingapore as well as include more support for local businesses to go global.\u00a0<\/p>\nIn
\nSingapore, we have created more than 1,000 direct jobs since 2019 and today
\nhave approximately 2,000 full-time and part-time employees.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/images.media-outreach.com\/Thumb\/500x0\/190493\/Amazon-1.jpg#image-190493\")
<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
“Our new office at Asia Square demonstrates our ongoing commitment
\nto invest in Singapore, and the long-term potential for the country to be a
\nleader in the global digital economy,” said Henry Low, Country Manager,
\nAmazon Singapore. “The way we work has been changed by the pandemic forever so
\nas our teams continue to grow here, the new space will ensure they have the
\nflexibility and ample space to collaborate, co-create, and continue to innovate
\non our customers’ behalf.”<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
Minister of Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong said Amazon’s announcement
\nto expand its presence in Singapore once again highlights that global companies
\nare looking to Singapore as a destination for innovation, reinforcing the
\ncountry’s position as a regional technology hub.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
Ang Chin Tah, Senior Vice President, Digital Industry Singapore also
\ncommented: “Amazon’s office move marks a key milestone in the company’s
\ngrowth journey in Singapore. Amazon has been a trusted partner in our tech
\necosystem, driving innovation and creating pathways for local businesses to go
\nglobal. We are excited to continue our partnership with Amazon and for the new
\nopportunities it will bring for Singapore and Singaporeans.” <\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/images.media-outreach.com\/Thumb\/500x0\/190500\/Amazon-2.JPG#image-190500\")
<\/p>\nThe new office, spanning across three floors, will house more than 30 teams, including employees supporting Amazon.sg and Amazon Fresh, Amazon Advertising, Prime Video, seller
\nenablement, and other regional corporate functions.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
Highlights of the new office include:<\/p>\n
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- Showcases
\nof Amazon’s history and leadership principles: The office space features a
\nmilestone wall of key events in Amazon’s journey in Singapore, along with
\nprominent wall panels highlighting core company values known as leadership
\nprinciples such as “Customer Obsession”, “Learn and Be Curious”, “Best
\nEmployer” and more.<\/li>\n - Features
\nof the vibrant culture of Singapore: Rooms across the office are named after
\nlocal streets and landmarks, including a wall featuring iconic Singlish
\nphrases.<\/li>\n - Spaces
\nfor creativity and inspiration: Employees can unwind at the pantry and mini
\ncaf\u00e9, equipped with Nespresso coffee machines and game tables, including
\namenities to play billiards, foosball, and electronic darts. Employees can also
\nenjoy interactive game board walls for friendly competitions of Scrabble and
\nChess.\u00a0<\/li>\n - Collaboration spaces: The office includes a product\u00a0showcase area for teams to highlight the latest and greatest products and
\nservices they develop, as well as 50 breakout areas for informal discussions
\nand brainstorms. The office also has five (5) large meeting rooms with a
\ncapacity of up to 14 pax each. All meeting rooms and training rooms are AV\/VC
\ncapable and are equipped with video-conferencing capabilities.<\/li>\n - Facilities
\nfor work and learning: Employees can enjoy height-adjustable desks as well as
\nindividual lockers to safekeep their personal items. Teams and employees who
\nrequire more privacy and focus can access 33 quiet rooms and 12 phone booths
\nspread across 3 floors. There are two (2) training rooms that can double up as
\nphysical townhall event spaces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nCheck out Amazon’s new office here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
For more information about Amazon in Singapore, please visit: https:\/\/www.aboutamazon.sg\/ <\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n
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- With 100,000 square feet across three floors, the new office will hold over 30 teams and up to 700 employees<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n