Learning and Development Trainer Review
at Amazon
Degree Apprenticeship
Recruitment
Tilbury
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
A Learning & Development (L&D) Trainer at Amazon drives employee development through designing and delivering training programs, facilitating learning experiences, and measuring training effectiveness. They support Amazon's leadership principles, operational excellence, and culture while ensuring consistent knowledge transfer across teams and maintaining training quality standards.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
As an apprentice, I value the blend of practical work experience and theoretical learning, mostly gaining professional CIPD recognition, and enjoy applying new skills immediately in my current and even future roles.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Based on my knowledge, the Level 5 L&D Apprenticeship typically helps me develop these skills and competencies aligned with CIPD standards:
Training needs analysis
Learning program design
Digital learning development
Facilitation techniques
Training evaluation methodologies
Project management
Stakeholder engagement
Data-driven decision making
Coaching and mentoring practices
Learning technologies implementation
Training needs analysis
Learning program design
Digital learning development
Facilitation techniques
Training evaluation methodologies
Project management
Stakeholder engagement
Data-driven decision making
Coaching and mentoring practices
Learning technologies implementation
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The program is generally organized around:
Monthly workshops/masterclasses
Regular touchpoints with coaches/tutors
Clear module progression
Structured portfolio building
Well-defined assessment milestones
Online learning platform access
Scheduled progress reviews
Workplace mentor support
Clear assignment deadlines
End-point assessment preparation
Areas apprentices often highlight for improvement include:
Better alignment of deadlines with work peaks
More consistent communication between training provider and workplace
Clearer guidance on portfolio requirements
More structured workplace mentor engagement
Monthly workshops/masterclasses
Regular touchpoints with coaches/tutors
Clear module progression
Structured portfolio building
Well-defined assessment milestones
Online learning platform access
Scheduled progress reviews
Workplace mentor support
Clear assignment deadlines
End-point assessment preparation
Areas apprentices often highlight for improvement include:
Better alignment of deadlines with work peaks
More consistent communication between training provider and workplace
Clearer guidance on portfolio requirements
More structured workplace mentor engagement
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Ideal employer support includes:
Protected learning time (20% off-the-job)
Regular meetings with workplace mentor
Access to relevant projects/experiences
Support from line manager
Resources needed for assignments
Opportunities to apply learning
Understanding during assessment periods
Clear alignment between work and apprenticeship goals
Senior stakeholder engagement
Integration of apprenticeship projects with actual work
Protected learning time (20% off-the-job)
Regular meetings with workplace mentor
Access to relevant projects/experiences
Support from line manager
Resources needed for assignments
Opportunities to apply learning
Understanding during assessment periods
Clear alignment between work and apprenticeship goals
Senior stakeholder engagement
Integration of apprenticeship projects with actual work
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I can outline what typical support from L5 L&D Apprenticeship training providers include:
Standard support elements:
Dedicated skills coach/tutor
Regular 1:1 progress reviews
Detailed assignment feedback
Technical platform support
Clear assessment guidelines
Learning resources access
Workshop facilitation
Query response times
Additional support when needed
EPA preparation guidance
Key quality indicators:
Prompt communication
Consistent feedback
Proactive intervention
Flexible scheduling
Expert knowledge sharing
Standard support elements:
Dedicated skills coach/tutor
Regular 1:1 progress reviews
Detailed assignment feedback
Technical platform support
Clear assessment guidelines
Learning resources access
Workshop facilitation
Query response times
Additional support when needed
EPA preparation guidance
Key quality indicators:
Prompt communication
Consistent feedback
Proactive intervention
Flexible scheduling
Expert knowledge sharing
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I can outline how the L5 L&D Apprenticeship typically enhances job performance:
Direct workplace benefits:
Improved training design skills
Enhanced facilitation techniques
Better evaluation methods
Stronger stakeholder management
Evidence-based learning approaches
Project management capabilities
Technology integration knowledge
Strategic L&D alignment
Professional CIPD framework understanding
Practical application of theories
Real-world impact:
More effective training delivery
Data-driven decision making
Better learning outcomes
Increased business impact
Enhanced professional credibility
Direct workplace benefits:
Improved training design skills
Enhanced facilitation techniques
Better evaluation methods
Stronger stakeholder management
Evidence-based learning approaches
Project management capabilities
Technology integration knowledge
Strategic L&D alignment
Professional CIPD framework understanding
Practical application of theories
Real-world impact:
More effective training delivery
Data-driven decision making
Better learning outcomes
Increased business impact
Enhanced professional credibility
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I can share what's typically available at Amazon:
Amazon workplace activities often include:
Professional Development:
Affinity Groups (Employee Resource Groups)
Learning & Development communities
Professional networking events
Mentoring programs
Tech talks and workshops
Social/Wellbeing:
Volunteering opportunities
Wellness challenges
Team building events
Notable Amazon-specific programs:
Amazon Culture Committees
Fun@Work initiatives
Community service days
Amazon workplace activities often include:
Professional Development:
Affinity Groups (Employee Resource Groups)
Learning & Development communities
Professional networking events
Mentoring programs
Tech talks and workshops
Social/Wellbeing:
Volunteering opportunities
Wellness challenges
Team building events
Notable Amazon-specific programs:
Amazon Culture Committees
Fun@Work initiatives
Community service days
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Amazon to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I can provide objective information based on personal experiences:
Pros commonly cited:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Career growth opportunities
Innovation-focused culture
Learning and development resources
Global exposure
Leadership Principles framework
Fast-paced environment
Challenging work that drives growth
Employee discount and perks
Strong resume builder
Considerations mentioned:
Work-life balance can be demanding
High performance expectations
Fast-paced change
Role/team dependent experience
Most employees tend to recommend Amazon for those who:
Thrive in fast-paced environments
Want to develop professionally
Are results-oriented
Value innovation and scale
Seek challenging opportunities
Pros commonly cited:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Career growth opportunities
Innovation-focused culture
Learning and development resources
Global exposure
Leadership Principles framework
Fast-paced environment
Challenging work that drives growth
Employee discount and perks
Strong resume builder
Considerations mentioned:
Work-life balance can be demanding
High performance expectations
Fast-paced change
Role/team dependent experience
Most employees tend to recommend Amazon for those who:
Thrive in fast-paced environments
Want to develop professionally
Are results-oriented
Value innovation and scale
Seek challenging opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Amazon?
Here are key tips for applying to Amazon:
Leadership Principles (LPs):
Study and understand Amazon's 16 LPs thoroughly
Prepare STAR method examples for each LP
Focus on data-driven results and impact
Show ownership in your examples
Interview Preparation:
Practice behavioral interviewing
Quantify achievements with metrics
Research Amazon's culture and business
Prepare detailed, specific examples
Be ready for technical/role-specific questions
Application Tips:
Tailor resume to role and LPs
Be concise but detailed
Show problem-solving abilities
Highlight customer-centric approach
Demonstrate learning agility
General Advice:
Be authentic
Show bias for action
Emphasize scalable solutions
Display analytical thinking
Demonstrate innovation mindset
Focus on showing how you've raised the bar in previous roles.
Leadership Principles (LPs):
Study and understand Amazon's 16 LPs thoroughly
Prepare STAR method examples for each LP
Focus on data-driven results and impact
Show ownership in your examples
Interview Preparation:
Practice behavioral interviewing
Quantify achievements with metrics
Research Amazon's culture and business
Prepare detailed, specific examples
Be ready for technical/role-specific questions
Application Tips:
Tailor resume to role and LPs
Be concise but detailed
Show problem-solving abilities
Highlight customer-centric approach
Demonstrate learning agility
General Advice:
Be authentic
Show bias for action
Emphasize scalable solutions
Display analytical thinking
Demonstrate innovation mindset
Focus on showing how you've raised the bar in previous roles.
