Corporate Counsel, Labor & Employment
Amazon.com Services LLC•2h ago
United StatesOnsite$153.9K–$208.2KFull-timeSenior Level5+ yrs exp
H-1B verified · 2310 LCAs
Top focus
Legal Counsel
- We are seeking a seasoned employment litigator to serve as lead counsel managing high-stakes employment litigation across U.S. locations. This role requires deep litigation expertise to direct complex class actions and arbitrations, single-plaintiff matters
- regulatory investigations from inception through trial. This position offers direct impact on Amazon's most critical employment disputes at one of the world's most innovative companies. Key job responsibilities - Serve as lead supervising counsel on complex employment litigation matters including class actions, PAGA claims
- high-exposure single-plaintiff cases - Develop comprehensive litigation strategy and manage sophisticated case portfolios from complaint through resolution - Assess, select
- supervise outside counsel on high-stakes employment litigation matters - Provide litigation risk assessments and strategic recommendations to senior leadership A day in the life You'll start your day reviewing class certification briefing for a high-impact wage-hour case. Afternoons could include case strategy sessions with outside counsel, revising dispositive motions
- leading strategy on a mock jury exercise. You'll own strategic case management, working independently while collaborating across Legal, HR
- business teams to achieve favorable litigation outcomes. About the team The Labor & Employment team provides strategic legal guidance on the full spectrum of employment matters. We're a collaborative, high-performing team that values practical judgment, business partnership
- innovative problem-solving. We prioritize professional development
- are proud to offer an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent - 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience - 5+ years of litigation experience
- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment - Experience defending class/complex wage-hour litigation - 5+ years of experience in employment litigation - Law firm litigation background with experience handling employment matters - Experience as first or second chair in employment litigation matters 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 - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually USA, WA, SEATTLE - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
Required skills
litigationemployment lawclass actionsarbitrationregulatory investigations