Senior Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

Amazon Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 264,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC seeks a seasoned attorney to lead the AWS Energy and Water legal team, partnering with business, technical and policy leaders to shape energy strategy for the world’s largest cloud infrastructure.

You will manage a globally distributed team handling complex energy and water matters, advise on procurement strategy, regulatory affairs, and the Climate Pledge toward net-zero by 2040.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent.
• 3+ years of direct people management, including managing managers or senior individual contributors.
• At least 10 years’ post-qualification legal experience in energy infrastructure projects (including construction, financing, regulatory strategy and/or procurement).
• Demonstrated capability to work independently and make decisive legal recommendations to senior leaders in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead AWS Energy and Water legal team globally.
• Shape energy procurement strategy and regulatory engagement for AWS.
• Oversee complex energy and water matters including renewables procurement and regulatory proceedings.
• Advise senior AWS leadership on regulatory compliance and climate initiatives.

Skills

Legal leadership

Regulatory strategy

Energy infrastructure

People management

Independent judgment

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission

Job description

Job ID: 10568082 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon’s Legal department is seeking a seasoned attorney to lead the AWS Energy and Water legal team. This is a global leadership role, responsible for partnering with business, technical and policy leaders to shape the energy and water strategy for the most extensive cloud infrastructure in the world, during a generational infrastructure build-out.

In this role, you will lead the legal strategy and execution for how AWS engages with utilities, power producers and regulators, enables new infrastructure, and supports innovative, carbon-free energy projects.

You will manage a globally distributed team of transactional and regulatory experts, and oversee an industry-leading portfolio of complex energy and water matters including first-of-kind deal structures, high-stakes engagements in energy regulatory proceedings, and one of the world’s largest renewable energy procurement programs.

You will advise senior AWS leadership on energy procurement strategy, the rapidly evolving regulatory and compliance landscape, and complex disputes – and directly support Amazon's ambitious Climate Pledge commitment to reach net-zero carbon by 2040.

This is a unique opportunity for a legal leader who desires global impact on the energy and datacenter infrastructure landscape.

Basic Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• 3+ years of direct people management, including managing managers or senior individual contributors experience
• At least 10 years’ post-qualification legal experience in energy infrastructure projects (including construction, financing, regulatory strategy and/or procurement)
• Demonstrated capability to work independently and make decisive legal recommendations to senior leaders in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in private practice or in house experience at a technology company or equivalent
• Demonstrated capability to identify and execute on opportunities (including through use of AI) to scale and simplify legal operations and empower business teams to self-service
• Energy regulatory experience
• Experience with emerging and carbon-free energy sources and technologies

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, VA, Arlington - 195,000.00 - 263,800.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 195,000.00 - 263,800.00 USD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.