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Corporate Counsel, AWS Sales and Marketing - Job ID: 2936262
Company: Services LLC
Location: USA (Arlington, VA; Seattle, WA; New York, NY; Santa Monica, CA)
Salary: $138,500 - $229,000/year
Experience: 5+ years
Education: Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

H1: Corporate Counsel, AWS Sales and Marketing
H2: Job ID: 2936262 Services LLC

Overview:
- Seeking a talented attorney for a Corporate Counsel position on the US-based HQ team of Amazon Web Services Professional Services.
- Responsibilities include structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements, providing legal counseling in various areas, and serving as lead counsel on strategic deals.
- Travel may be required.
- Amazon is a leader in global e-commerce and values diverse and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities:
- Structuring, drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including technology, distribution, licensing and marketing contracts.
- Providing ongoing legal counseling in a wide range of legal areas, such as intellectual property, digital media and regulatory compliance.
- Product or service counseling support.
- Serving as lead counsel and directly advising business clients on strategic deals.
- Resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.

Basic Qualifications:
- 5+ years of legal experience.
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent.
- Experience in transactional and technology licensing or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work.
- 3+ years' experience in a top national or international law firm.
- In-house experience is a plus.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
- Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams.
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through, and meet deadlines.

Compensation:
- Base pay ranges from $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/year in our highest geographic market.
- Pay is based on factors such as market location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- Total compensation package may include equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation in addition to medical, financial, and other benefits.

Requirements:
- 5+ years of legal experience.
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent.
- Experience in transactional and technology licensing or equivalent.
- Ability to travel, both domestic and international.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accommodations:
- Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- 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 for more information.
- If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Company Culture:
- At Amazon, lawyers are trusted members of the business.
- Our work is intellectually challenging and exciting.
- We value diverse and inclusive workplace and empower Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.

Application:
- This position will remain posted until filled.
- Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.