Amazon

Corporate Counsel, Global Subsidiaries

Amazon$153K — $208K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor and state bar membership required
  • 5+ years of post-bar legal experience
  • 5+ years of experience in Corporate Law or legal compliance
  • Familiarity with AI/ML technologies
  • Proven track record of managing multiple stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Serve as regional lead for the Americas
  • Drive formation and restructuring of entities
  • Conduct risk assessments and identify legal issues
  • Research and advise on corporate law matters
  • Collaborate with various company stakeholders
  • Work effectively with outside counsel in different jurisdictions
  • Leverage AI tools to innovate legal processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
Full Job Description
Amazon is looking for a Corporate Counsel to join our Global Subsidiaries Legal team and lead our work across the Americas region. In this role, you'll bring expertise in corporate law, compliance issues, risk identification, and entity governance to drive the formation and maintenance of Amazon's subsidiaries supporting business growth across the Americas. You'll take a strategic view of how to best address business needs, assess risks, and spot legal issues through new entity formations and complex corporate restructurings. You'll also collaborate with stakeholders across the company, work effectively with outside counsel in foreign jurisdictions, and leverage and build AI tools to drive innovation across the team.

Key job responsibilities

- Serve as the regional lead for the Americas

- Drive new entity formations and restructurings for business lines across the company

- Provide risk assessments and legal issue spotting for corporate law matters across multiple jurisdictions

- Research and advise on corporate law issues

- Collaborate with stakeholders across the company

- Work effectively with outside counsel across numerous jurisdictions

- Use and build AI tools - including prompt engineering, automation of document review & creation processes, and legal research - for application in day-to-day legal work

A day in the life

Your primary focus will be serving as the go-to corporate law expert for the Americas region within the Global Subsidiaries Legal team for stakeholders across the company - driving entity maintenance, formations, and restructurings. You'll research and advise on corporate law questions spanning multiple jurisdictions with a strategic view. You'll spot legal issues, assess risk, and advise business clients on the best path forward. You'll partner with stakeholders across the organization, work closely with outside counsel in foreign jurisdictions, and apply AI tools to streamline and innovate how the team approaches its work.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

- 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience

- Experience with AI/ML technologies

- 5+ years of Corporate Law or legal compliance experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience managing multiple internal stakeholders and advising cross-functional teams

- Experience in Global subsidiary governance/legal compliance

- Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing large, complicated programs

- Experience influencing multiple stakeholders and leading cross functional teams across geographies and business units

- Experience working on corporate activities, including formations, M&A transactions, venture entities, and investment deals

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, WA, SEATTLE - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 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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