Amazon

Corporate Counsel, Treasury & Risk

Amazon$130K — $180K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience
  • Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
  • Knowledge of ethical considerations surrounding AI in legal contexts
  • 7+ years of legal experience, with at least 3 in a law firm
  • Experience in banking/finance law, treasury legal work, and capital markets

Responsibilities

  • Advise on general treasury legal matters such as banking agreements and account documentation
  • Review, structure, draft, and negotiate complex commercial agreements
  • Support capital markets transactions including bond offerings and credit facilities
  • Assist with Global Risk Management on insurance programs and claims arrangements
  • Advise on regulatory implications at state, federal, and international levels
  • Resolve issues in existing banking and commercial relationships
  • Support special treasury projects as required

Benefits

  • Exposure to a broad range of business initiatives across multiple Amazon sectors
  • Opportunity to work within a fast-paced and innovative financial environment
  • Access to cutting-edge AI tools to aid in legal decision-making
  • Collaboration with Treasury leadership and diverse legal teams
  • Involvement in complex financial instruments and global banking relationships
Full Job Description
Amazon is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support its Treasury and Risk Management operations. You will provide day-to-day legal advice on worldwide general treasury matters, including cash management and investments, banking relationships, foreign exchange, and account documentation, and support capital markets transactions, insurance/risk management programs, and Treasury special projects, as needed. Principal duties include reviewing, structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex arrangements and advising on related regulatory implications. You will work directly with Treasury leadership, business legal teams, and outside counsel across a broad range of initiatives spanning multiple jurisdictions.

Key job responsibilities

- Advise on general treasury legal matters including banking agreements, account documentation, master repurchase agreements, FX arrangements, overdraft facilities, letters of credit, custody arrangements, and vendor relationships

- Review, structure, draft, and negotiate complex commercial and financial agreements with global banking counterparties

- Support capital markets transactions (bond offerings, credit facilities, term loans, commercial paper) as needed

- Support Global Risk Management & Claims (GRMC) on insurance programs, claims arrangements, and captive insurance matters as needed

- Support Treasury special projects as needed

- Advise on related state, federal, and non-U.S. regulatory implications

- Resolve issues in existing commercial and banking relationships

A day in the life

You will provide day-to-day legal advice to Amazon's Treasury teams across their full range of operations. A typical day might involve advising on a banking agreement with a global financial institution, reviewing account documents for new international entities, advising on FX documentation, or supporting a capital markets transaction, insurance renewal, or claims management and captive insurance matters. You will navigate complex financial instruments, manage competing priorities, and provide practical legal advice in a fast-paced environment with the augmentation of AI tools.

About the team

Treasury & Risk sits within the larger Corporate and Securities team (which also handles periodic reporting, proxy, securities, and governance matters). Treasury serves as Amazon's central financial hub managing corporate liquidity, funding, capital allocation, and financial infrastructure. GRMC operates as Amazon's risk management organization, managing insurance programs. As these functions span the entire company, you will have the opportunity to advise on a broad range of business initiatives across all of Amazon's businesses.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ 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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

- 7+ years of legal experience (including 3+ in a law firm), with experience in banking/finance or treasury-related legal work, and capital markets

- Experience with banking regulatory matters and drafting and negotiating banking agreements, custody agreements, or other financial services, as well as derivatives documentation (ISDA), or investment management agreements

- Familiarity with insurance programs, risk management, or captive insurance structures

- Experience working independently and navigating ambiguous, cross-functional environments

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and highest standards of ethics and professional integrity

About Amazon

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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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Size
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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