Corporate Counsel, Amazon Leo

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

RSUs

Job summary

Amazon Leo is seeking a talented attorney to join our regulatory law team, focusing on satellite-based broadband services. You will provide U.S.

and international regulatory counsel and help shape policy positions across domestic and international proceedings. You will collaborate with technical, public policy, and business teams to identify regulatory risks, translate complex requirements for stakeholders, and draft filings and internal guidance with precision.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience.
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent.
• Experience in Regulatory Law.

Responsibilities

• Provide U.S. and international regulatory counsel on satellite-based broadband services.
• Develop and advocate legal and policy positions across domestic and international regulatory proceedings.
• Partner with technical, public policy, and business teams to identify and navigate regulatory risks.
• Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes and translate complex legal requirements into practical guidance for non-legal stakeholders.
• Draft regulatory filings, policy advocacy materials, and internal legal guidance with clarity and precision.

Skills

Regulatory law

Legal experience

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission

Job description

Job ID: 3197854 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity. We are seeking a talented attorney with a passion for telecommunications regulatory law to join our growing legal team and help shape the future of global connectivity.

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.

Key job responsibilities

• Provide U.S. and international regulatory counsel on satellite-based broadband services
• Develop and advocate legal and policy positions across domestic and international regulatory proceedings
• Partner with Amazon Leo's technical, public policy, and business teams to identify and navigate regulatory risks
• Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes and translate complex legal requirements into practical guidance for non-legal stakeholders
• Draft regulatory filings, policy advocacy materials, and internal legal guidance with clarity and precision
• Contribute to cross-functional strategy discussions where regulatory considerations intersect with business decisions

A day in the life: No two days look the same on the Amazon Leo legal team. You might start your morning reviewing a regulatory filing with a foreign jurisdiction and close the day drafting a policy advocacy position for an FCC proceeding. You will be expected to quickly synthesize complex regulatory and technical issues, offer clear and actionable guidance, and engage confidently with stakeholders across the business. You bring a deep knowledge of telecommunications law, a willingness to dive into technical subject matter, and the judgment to make sound recommendations under uncertainty. You thrive in ambiguity and are energized by the opportunity to help build something new.

About the team: Amazon Leo's legal team sits at the intersection of new technology and highly regulated industries with a global footprint. We are a collaborative, mission-driven group of attorneys and legal professionals who partner closely with business teams to help build one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the world. Our work is fast-paced, intellectually stimulating, and deeply consequential - we are connecting communities that have never had reliable internet access. We value diverse perspectives, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to tackle hard problems together.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• Experience in Regulatory Law

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in law firm practice and/or in-house legal experience
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively for stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams in a fast-moving environment
• Comfort working independently while contributing to cross-functional teams
• Satellite, aerospace, or emerging technology regulatory experience is a plus but not required

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 .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in law firm practice and/or in-house legal experience
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively for stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams in a fast-moving environment
• Comfort working independently while contributing to cross-functional teams
• Satellite, aerospace, or emerging technology regulatory experience is a plus but not required

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

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 .

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