Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal
Amazon · Arlington, VA · Legal
mid
Legal Counsel
ic
5+ yrs Master's
· Posted Mar 18, 2026
$153,900 – $208,200
USD per year
AI Summary
Corporate Counsel supporting Amazon Web Services handles transactional drafting, commercial agreement negotiations, and legal counsel to business leaders. Advises on regulatory compliance and marketing issues. Requires 5+ years legal experience, JD, and bar membership.
Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented attorney to fill the position of Corporate Counsel to support Amazon Web Services, a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com.
Amazon Web Services is at the forefront of the cloud computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, AI/ML, database services and more.
This Corporate Counsel will have transactional drafting and negotiation responsibilities on commercial agreements, will provide ongoing legal counsel to business leaders, will advise on regulatory and compliance issues, and will assist with marketing-related activities. The successful candidate will be a fast learner who is detail-oriented and will be able to work independently and comfortably while making decisions in ambiguous situations.
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience in transactional and technology licensing or equivalent
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.
USA, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
Amazon Web Services is at the forefront of the cloud computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, AI/ML, database services and more.
This Corporate Counsel will have transactional drafting and negotiation responsibilities on commercial agreements, will provide ongoing legal counsel to business leaders, will advise on regulatory and compliance issues, and will assist with marketing-related activities. The successful candidate will be a fast learner who is detail-oriented and will be able to work independently and comfortably while making decisions in ambiguous situations.
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of legal experience- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work- Experience in transactional and technology licensing or equivalent
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 - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually