Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal - Arlington | Amazon Job

Job Description

Amazon’s Legal Department is looking for a talented Corporate Counsel attorney to support Amazon Web Services (AWS) with our growing data center construction needs.

AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, browsers and more.

This attorney will support the AWS Infrastructure teams responsible for the design and construction of AWS data centers and related infrastructure across AMER by drafting and negotiating construction and consultant contracts; developing and implementing compliance and training programs; and creating efficient contracting workflows. The role includes working directly with business and partner teams to provide day-to-day advice, resolve vendor management issues, and handle pre-litigation disputes. In this role, you will also interact with our Procurement, Public Policy, Public Relations, Finance, Compliance and Tax teams as well as manage outside counsel. Amazon offers its attorneys the opportunity to develop their experience and career with one of the world's most recognized and dynamic brands.

Key job responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate sophisticated construction and consultant contracts for AWS infrastructure projects
- Develop comprehensive compliance and training programs that align legal requirements with business objectives
- Provide strategic legal counsel to infrastructure teams, resolving vendor management challenges and pre-litigation disputes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Public Policy, Public Relations, Finance, Compliance and Tax teams
- Manage external counsel relationships and optimize contracting workflows
- Occasional travel throughout AMER and globally

A day in the life
Your day will be dynamic and impactful, collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal landscapes. You'll engage in strategic contract negotiations, develop compliance frameworks, and provide nuanced legal guidance that transforms potential challenges into seamless operational solutions.

About the team
Our legal team at AWS is a collaborative powerhouse dedicated to enabling technological advancement through strategic legal support. We work closely with infrastructure, procurement, and business teams to create innovative legal solutions that drive AWS's global expansion.

Basic Qualifications:

- 5+ years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience communicating complex business concepts in verbal and written form
- Experience with engineering, construction, or infrastructure contracts

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
- Experience working cross functionally across several teams
- In-house experience with a global company
- Familiarity with services procurement

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