Description
Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented Corporate Counsel to support Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business at the forefront of cloud computing.
The successful candidate has excellent communication and organizational skills. They are enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. They are able to prioritize, multitask, meet deadlines, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate works well within a large legal team, but is also able to work independently.
We hire attorneys with experience in a variety of practice areas, including (but not limited to) litigators, general corporate, mergers and acquisitions, technical transactions, intellectual property, telecommunications, real estate, products, regulatory compliance, and privacy. We don't expect every applicant to have experience working with cloud computing, and we are looking for candidates who are willing to learn and develop alongside our team. Most importantly, we hire smart people of all backgrounds and experiences who demonstrate leadership and sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
Key job responsibilities
Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders and support the AWS Specialists and Partners team
Work directly with business teams developing new products and services
Identify risk and propose mitigation strategies
Provide day-to-day input on business strategy
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
Experience in cloud computing or software licensing
Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines
Background in sophisticated, multifaceted transactions
In-house experience at a technology or internet company
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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