Michelle Glendinning
Head of Human Resources- 3 Amazon Sites Mme1, Mme2 and Dpn1 @Amazon
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Human Resources- 3 Amazon Sites Mme1, Mme2 and Dpn1 @Amazon
Durham, GB
As the Multisite Head of HR, I lead the strategic and operational HR agenda across multiple locations, supporting a dynamic workforce ranging from up to associates during peak periods. I manage and develop a high-performing team of 34 HR professionals, driving a people-first culture that balances business objectives with employee engagement and compliance.Key Responsibilities:Oversight of end-to-end HR functions across [insert number] sites, including talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, and compliance.Leadership and mentorship of a diverse HR team, fostering capability building, continuous improvement, and a high-performance mindset.Partnered with site leadership to drive workforce planning, employee retention strategies, and labor cost optimisation during seasonal ramp-ups.Led cultural and change management initiatives to align people strategies with operational goals, ensuring consistency and alignment across all sites.Implemented HR analytics and reporting tools to support data-driven decision-making on key workforce metrics and trends.Championed employee engagement programs that improved retention, morale, and internal mobility across all levels of the organisation.Ensured compliance with employment legislation and best practices across all jurisdictions.Key Achievements:Successfully scaled HR operations to support a 60% increase in headcount during seasonal peaks without compromising service quality or compliance.Reduced attrition across critical roles by 2% through targeted engagement and development initiatives.Designed and implemented HR and Engagement strategy ensuring they align with our Global people strategy and Vision to be Earths Best Employer. Leading EU projects implemented across hundreds of sites reaching 210k employees, along with being Program Lead of the Employee Life Cycle work stream reaching employees in the UK.
EDUCATION
Northumbria University
Post Graduate Degree, Human Resources Management and Development
University of Sunderland
Bachelor's degree, Business Studies
Northumbria University
LLM, Employment Law
SKILLS
ABOUT MICHELLE GLENDINNING
Thank you for visiting my page. I’m a senior HR Leader with over 20 years’ experience, including more than 12 years operating at a global level across complex, Matrix and multi-site environments. My career has been built on a passion for people, culture, and performance – delivering strategic HR leadership that enables organisations to grow, evolve, and thrive.I specialise in leading transformation, building high-performing HR teams, and aligning people strategies with business goals. From scaling operations and managing change, to shaping inclusive cultures and developing future-ready talent pipelines, I bring both a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach.Whether partnering with senior leadership or coaching HR teams across regions, I believe in creating environments where people can do their best work – and where strong culture becomes a competitive advantage.Let’s connect if you’re passionate about modern HR, global talent strategy, or leading through transformation.Views and thoughts expressed are my own personal perspectives and do not represent those of my current or previous employers.
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