Amazon is taking a firmer stance on its return-to-office policy by requiring certain corporate employees to relocate closer to designated office hubs. This move is part of the company’s ongoing effort to strengthen in-person collaboration and reinforce its hybrid work model.
Employees affected by the change will need to move near specific city offices, such as those in Seattle, Arlington, and Nashville. Those who choose not to relocate may be offered voluntary resignation packages, according to internal sources.
The policy comes after months of internal debate and employee pushback, as many workers have grown accustomed to the flexibility of remote work. Amazon leadership, however, maintains that in-person interactions enhance innovation, productivity, and culture—factors the company considers vital to long-term success.
This development reflects a broader trend among large employers seeking to rebalance remote and office-based work in a post-pandemic world. For Amazon, it’s a clear signal that physical proximity is once again becoming a core part of corporate life.