Amazon

Senior Corporate Counsel, Government and Regulatory Litigation

Amazon$183K — $247K *
Legal & Accounting
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent.
  • 13+ years of post bar admission legal experience.
  • 10+ years of litigation and regulatory experience.
  • Experience leading and interacting with cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated high ethical standards and professional integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Handle and supervise a wide range of government disputes and regulatory engagements.
  • Directly interact with government officials, including local, state, and federal regulators.
  • Direct overall case and matter strategy and manage outside counsel.
  • Assess risk and coordinate with senior leadership on risk management.
  • Counsel internal stakeholders on complex legal and policy issues.
  • Manage all stages of affirmative and defensive litigation, including discovery.
  • Identify and implement process improvements, and develop junior team members.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
  • 401(k) matching with contributions.
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave.
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage.
  • Mental health support and an employee assistance program (EAP).
Full Job Description
Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a smart, experienced, and highly motivated litigator to help manage its worldwide portfolio of government enforcement, litigation, and regulatory matters, and advise the company on a wide variety of legal and business risk management issues.

Key job responsibilities

Responsibilities include handling and supervising a wide range of government disputes and regulatory engagements across all of Amazon's businesses; directly interacting with government officials, including local, state, and federal regulators and law enforcement; directing overall case and matter strategy; selecting and managing outside counsel; assessing risk and coordinating with senior leadership on risk management; counseling internal stakeholders on a broad spectrum of complex and often novel legal and policy issues; managing all stages of both affirmative and defensive litigation, including discovery; working with supervisor to set short and long-term priorities and strategy for team's work; working to identify and implement process improvements; developing the skills of more junior team members; participate .

About the team

This position is part of Amazon's Government & Regulatory Litigation team.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

- 13+ years of post bar admission legal experience

- Experience leading and interacting with cross-functional teams

- 10+ years of litigation and regulatory experience

- Experience leading and working with cross-functional teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience at both a law firm and federal or state government agency

- Federal judicial clerkship

- Trial experience

- Familiarity with retail, Internet, software, and/or media industries and the legal and regulatory environment in which they operate

- Proficiency in advising senior executives of an organization

- Demonstrated sound business judgment

- Demonstrated high ethical standards and professional integrity

- Experience with budget planning and oversight for legal work

- Experience setting short and long-term legal strategy for a broader team

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 - 201,400.00 - 272,500.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 183,100.00 - 247,700.00 USD annually

USA, WA, SEATTLE - 183,100.00 - 247,700.00 USD annually

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.
Learn more about Amazon
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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