Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

Amazon Inc.; Arlington (VA); Vor Ort; USD 132.000 - 178.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

RSUs

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Zusammenfassung

Amazon Inc. seeks an Associate Corporate Counsel to shape cloud security at AWS. You will translate complex legal challenges into innovative solutions for our global customers, collaborating with security teams across the company.

You will advise on regulatory, transactional, and compliance matters while leading negotiations and supporting the global security response. A JD and bar admission plus 2+ years post-bar experience are required.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years of post-bar legal experience.
• Juris Doctor and bar admission in one state.
• Experience advising security teams and handling regulatory matters.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Export Control: U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible status.

Aufgaben

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on cloud security, transactional, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Advise security teams during strategic customer engagements, media interactions, and with security researchers.
• Serve as SME on security commitments in cloud enterprise agreements.
• Lead negotiations for technology, IP and data licensing across initiatives.
• Support global security response team with nuanced legal perspectives.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Uphold high ethical standards and professional integrity across engagements.

Kenntnisse

Legal counsel

Cloud security

Regulatory compliance

Transactional matters

Stakeholder influence

Ethical standards

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar admission (US state)

Jobbeschreibung

Description

We're seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel to be a pivotal force in shaping the future of cloud security at Amazon Web Services. In this role, you'll collaborate with security teams, translating complex legal challenges into innovative solutions that protect and empower our global customers.

Key job responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on cloud security, transactional, regulatory, and compliance matters — drawing on a comprehensive understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks to navigate complex and evolving requirements
• Advise security teams during strategic customer engagements, media interactions, and interactions with security researchers
• Serve as a subject matter expert on security commitments in cloud enterprise agreements
• Lead negotiations for technology, intellectual property and data licensing across inbound and outbound initiatives, leveraging deep expertise in commercial agreements and intellectual property transactions
• Support the global security response team with nuanced legal perspectives, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving capabilities in ambiguous scenarios
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Uphold a deep commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity across all legal and business engagements

A day in the life

Your day will be a blend of strategic problem-solving and legal innovation. You'll engage with security teams, navigate intricate legal landscapes, and provide counsel that bridges technology and legal frameworks. Expect to dive into fascinating challenges that require both legal acumen and technological insight, working closely with global security experts to develop new approaches to cloud security.

About the team

Our legal team at AWS is a collaborative, forward-thinking group dedicated to supporting one of the most innovative technology companies globally. We don't just practice law; we help shape the future of cloud computing. You'll be part of a team that values intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, and the ability to transform complex legal challenges into clear, actionable guidance.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of post bar admission legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines
• Can show strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience influencing internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards and professional integrity
• Demonstrated ability to make important decisions on emerging issues, often with limited information
• Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
• Experience in information security and compliance
• Experience with regulatory compliance and commercial transactions

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

USA, WA, Seattle - 131,500.00 - 178,000.00 USD annually