Corporate Counsel, Customer Protection and Enforcement

Amazon Inc.; 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

Job summary

Amazon Inc. is seeking a Corporate Counsel for its Customer Protection and Enforcement team.

You will work at the intersection of law, investigations, and business strategy to develop enforcement approaches that stop bad actors and create safer experiences for customers and partners worldwide. This role involves coordinating investigations, advising leadership on cybercrime laws, and shaping civil enforcement strategies across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years post-bar legal experience.
• Juris Doctor and active state bar admission.
• Ability to clearly present complex tech and legal concepts to executives.
• Experience investigating cybercrime and enforcing civil/criminal actions.
• Strong understanding of Internet architecture and related tech.
• Experience collaborating with outside US and international counsel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support investigations into fraud schemes with internal and external partners.
• Advise on civil and criminal laws related to cybercrime, fraud, and enforcement options.
• Develop and implement civil enforcement strategies including litigation, settlements, and remediation.
• Build relationships with law enforcement across countries to support prosecutions.
• Contribute to long-term strategy to combat online threats affecting customers and partners globally.

Skills

Post-bar experience

J.D. & Bar

Executive communication

Cybercrime investigations

Internet architecture

External counsel

Education

Juris Doctor

State bar membership

Job description

Join Amazon's Customer Protection and Enforcement team as a Corporate Counsel and help protect our customers from fraud and cybercrime schemes. You'll work at the intersection of law, investigation, and business strategy to develop enforcement approaches that stop bad actors and create safer experiences for our customers and partners worldwide.

Key job responsibilities

• Coordinate and support investigations into fraud schemes, working with internal investigators and external law enforcement to gather evidence and assess legal claims
• Advise business leaders and legal teams on applicable civil and criminal laws related to cybercrime, fraud, and enforcement options
• Develop and implement civil enforcement strategies, including litigation, settlements, and remediation approaches to stop harmful activity
• Build and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies across multiple countries to facilitate criminal referrals and support prosecutions
• Contribute to long-term strategy development for combating malicious online activity that affects our customers and partners globally

A day in the life

As a Corporate Counsel on our Customer Protection and Enforcement team, you'll engage in dynamic work that combines legal analysis with investigative coordination. Your day might include reviewing evidence from fraud investigations, advising business leaders on the legal implications of enforcement actions, or collaborating with international law enforcement partners on criminal referrals. You'll move between detailed legal research on cybercrime statutes, strategy sessions with our investigations and policy teams, and communications with prosecutors in multiple countries. This role offers variety—one moment you're analyzing fraud patterns, the next you're helping shape our long-term approach to combating emerging threats that target our customers and partners.

About the team

We are a dedicated team within Amazon's legal department committed to protecting our customers, sellers, and business from fraud and cybercrime. Our work spans civil litigation, criminal prosecution support, and policy development across multiple jurisdictions. We collaborate closely with investigators, business leaders, law enforcement agencies, and policymakers to create comprehensive enforcement strategies. Our vision is to build a safer Amazon by staying ahead of evolving threats and working with global partners to hold bad actors accountable. When you join us, you'll be part of a group that values thorough legal analysis, creative problem-solving, and a commitment to protecting the communities we serve.

• 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• Experience in written and verbal communication with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to executives and non-technical leaders
• Experience investigating and stopping cybercrime schemes, including crafting legal strategies, managing a large number and variety of mission-critical projects, working independently and often in ambiguous environments, and interacting with government agencies.
• Thorough understanding of Internet architecture and related technologies
• Experience working effectively with outside counsel in the US and internationally, investigators, lawyers, and business clients cooperatively and efficiently

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.

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