FAQ

What is the maximum severance weeks Amazon will grant a senior PM?
24 weeks. The internal calculator caps at 24, and the Employee Transition Policy caps at 24 regardless of tenure.

Can I negotiate for additional RSU vesting after a layoff?
Yes, if you reference the policy and show measurable impact. Alex secured 2 weeks extra vesting by quoting the policy and his $30 M fraud‑reduction metric.

How soon after the layoff notice must I start negotiations?
Within 10 days. The HR portal flags any request after day 10 as “late” and rejects policy‑based adjustments.

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