Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal
Amazon.com Services LLC•2h ago
United StatesOnsite$131.5K–$178KFull-timeMid Level2+ yrs exp
H-1B verified · 2310 LCAs
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Legal Counsel
- Come make history and join Amazon's Legal Department by supporting global trade matters, spanning customs and import compliance, tariffs, export controls, sanctions
- anti-boycott regulations, in service of our global business! You'll collaborate with business and legal teams across AWS and Amazon to develop innovative compliance solutions. In this role, you'll navigate complex and rapidly evolving regulatory landscapes, deliver trade legal counsel on emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing
- directly influence AWS's global strategic initiatives. Key job responsibilities - Provide comprehensive legal counsel on import, customs, export controls, sanctions
- other international trade laws and regulations applicable to emerging technologies. - Develop innovative international trade compliance solutions through global collaboration - Research and analyze evolving regulatory landscapes, communicating complex legal implications to business stakeholders - Support regulatory engagements and provide strategic input on legal and business decisions - Manage multiple complex legal matters simultaneously with precision and creativity A day in the life Your day will be dynamic and impactful, involving direct collaboration with global business units, researching emerging regulatory trends
- developing creative compliance and business-impacting strategies. You'll engage with cross-functional teams, translating complex legal frameworks into actionable business guidance
- play a critical role in supporting AWS's technological advancements. About the team Our Trade and Logistics Legal team is a close, collaborative group dedicated to pioneering legal solutions across AWS’s global business. We work at the intersection of technology, law
- global strategy, supporting AWS's mission to transform how businesses leverage cloud technologies worldwide. Your expertise will be crucial in helping us navigate the intricate regulatory environments of emerging technologies.
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent - 2+ years of legal experience - Experience in written and verbal communication skills to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership - Experience managing complex and fast-moving issues - Knowledge of international trade laws, including import, customs, export controls
- sanctions regulations
- Experience in private practice or in house experience at a technology company or equivalent - Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization - Exceptional research and analytical skills with ability to summarize regulatory impacts - Experience with technology sector legal compliance in the context of international trade laws Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability
- 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
- 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
- parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, VA, Arlington - 131,500.00 - 178,000.00 USD annually
Required skills
international trade lawsimport compliancecustomsexport controlssanctionsregulatory analysislegal counseltechnology sector legal compliance