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Hamleys

Q: When was Hamleys founded?

Hamleys was founded in 1760. The company has been operating for 264 years primarily in the Retail sector .

Q: Where is the Hamleys headquarters located?

Hamleys is headquartered in London.

Q: How many employees does Hamleys have in India?

Hamleys currently has more than 2,500+ employees in India. Sales & Business Development department appears to have the highest employee count in Hamleys based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.

Q: Does Hamleys have good work-life balance?

Hamleys has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 74% employees rated Hamleys 4 or above, while 26% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Hamleys work-life balance reviews for more details

Q: Is Hamleys good for career growth?

Career growth at Hamleys is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.4. 26% employees rated Hamleys 3 or below, while 74% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions/appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Hamleys promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.

Q: What are the pros of working in Hamleys?

Working at Hamleys offers several advantages that make it an appealing place for employees. The company is highly rated for job security , skill development and salary & benefits , based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.

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based on 249 Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.0/5

based on 249 reviews

44% above

industry average

Highly rated for

Job Security, Skill Development, Salary & Benefits

Key Factors to Consider

3.8

Salary & Benefits

4.1

Job Security

3.7

Work-Life Balance

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Work Policy

Work from office

88% employees reported

Rotational Shift

54% employees reported

Flexible timing

60% employees reported

No travel

51% employees reported

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Top Employees Benefits

Job/Soft skill training

28 employees reported

Health insurance

17 employees reported

Professional degree assistance

2 employees reported

Office cab/shuttle

2 employees reported

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About Hamleys

Founded in1760 (264 yrs old)

India Employee Count1k-5k

Global Employee Count--

HeadquartersLondon, UnitedKingdom

Office Locations

Websitehamleys.com

Primary Industry

Retail

Other Industries

Consumer goods

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For over 250 years Hamleys of London has been The Finest Toy Shop in the World bringing magical experiences and joy to children of all ages. Hamleys rich history began with William Hamley, a Cornishman from Bodmin, England. William Hamley dreamed of the best toy shop in the world when opening his toy shop at Holborn, London in 1760. The success of Hamleys continued over the years and in 1881 Hamleys opened on London's Regent Street. Today, Hamleys’ flag ship London store, with over 50,000 toys across 7 floors, resides at 188-196 Regent Street, London. At the end of 2013 Hamleys has 31 international stores across Europe, Middle East, India and Asia operated through franchising. With a further 9 stores in the UK and Ireland, operated by Hamleys, the number of stores is 40 worldwide.

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