Amazon

Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Sales and Marketing

Amazon$131K — $178K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of post-bar admission legal experience
  • Juris Doctor and active membership in one state bar or equivalent
  • Familiarity with ethical considerations surrounding AI in legal contexts
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
  • Preferred experience in technology sectors such as cloud computing or software licensing

Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate technology service and licensing agreements with enterprise clients
  • Provide legal advice for marketing initiatives and ensure compliance
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align legal input with business strategies
  • Analyze contracts, identify risk factors, and propose solutions
  • Stay informed on legal trends in cloud computing to guide legal recommendations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off including parental leave
  • Access to Mental Health Support and EAP
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
Join Amazon's Legal Department as an Associate Corporate Counsel supporting Amazon Web Services, where you'll negotiate high-impact commercial agreements that shape how enterprises adopt cloud computing. You'll work on strategic technology licensing deals and marketing initiatives that drive global expansion for one of the world's fastest-growing cloud infrastructure businesses.

Key job responsibilities

- Draft, negotiate, and advise on strategic technology service and licensing agreements with enterprise customers and partners, ranging from standard contracts to complex, high-value strategic alliances

- Provide legal support for local and regional marketing initiatives, ensuring compliance and managing legal considerations across global expansion efforts

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and business stakeholders to integrate legal perspectives into commercial negotiations and business decisions

- Analyze contract terms and risk factors in technology licensing and service agreements, identifying issues and recommending solutions that align with business objectives

- Maintain awareness of industry trends and evolving legal considerations in cloud computing and technology services to inform strategic legal guidance

A day in the life

As an Associate Corporate Counsel supporting our sales and marketing legal team, you'll spend your time navigating complex commercial negotiations and providing strategic legal guidance on technology service agreements. You might begin your day reviewing a proposed enterprise licensing agreement, identifying key risk areas, and drafting redlines that protect our interests while keeping negotiations moving forward. Later, you could be collaborating with our marketing team on compliance considerations for a regional expansion initiative, or working through the nuances of a strategic alliance agreement with a technology partner. Your work spans from straightforward standard contracts to sophisticated, multi-million-dollar deals that require careful analysis and creative problem-solving. You'll interact regularly with sales teams, business stakeholders, and external counsel to ensure legal considerations are integrated into business decisions from the start.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 2+ years of post bar admission legal experience

- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

- Knowledge of the ethical considerations surrounding AI in the legal context, such as confidentiality, accuracy, and bias prevention

- Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience in web services/cloud computing, software licensing, telecommunications or equivalent

- Experience in private practice or in house experience at a technology company or equivalent

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, NY, New York - 144,700.00 - 195,700.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 131,500.00 - 178,000.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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