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, and 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, and high-exposure single-plaintiff cases
- Develop comprehensive litigation strategy and manage sophisticated case portfolios from complaint through resolution
- Assess, select, and 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, or leading strategy on a mock jury exercise. You'll own strategic case management, working independently while collaborating across Legal, HR, and 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, and innovative problem-solving. We prioritize professional development, and are proud to offer an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience
- 5+ years of litigation experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 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
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
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
