Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

Company: Amazon
Location: Arlington
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

We're seeking a strategic legal teammate to drive critical infrastructure legal support for Amazon Web Services (AWS), where your expertise will directly impact the future of global cloud technology. In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in crafting legal frameworks that enable AWS's rapid expansion and technological innovation across data center construction and infrastructure development. 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, Finance, and Compliance - Manage external counsel relationships and optimize contracting workflows 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. - 5 years of legal experience - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent - Experience effectively communicating complex concepts through written and verbal communication - Experience with engineering, construction or infrastructure contracts - Experience working cross functionally across several teams - In-house experience with a global company - Familiarity with services procurement Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or 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, and 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually

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