& Government Affairs
Legal
Full-time
Legal Department
Job ID - 2928496
Services LLC
Corporate Counsel, Books - Legal Department - Services LLC
Job Summary:
Amazon is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Counsel to join our Legal Department in supporting our Books business. This role will involve providing day-to-day and strategic legal advice to business partners, managing pre-litigation disputes and inquiries, and working closely with other legal teams and outside counsel on formal actions or investigations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of legal experience, a Juris Doctor degree, and membership in one state bar or equivalent. Experience working in a law firm is also required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice on new and existing business initiatives, negotiations, litigation, and regulatory matters
- Handle pre-litigation disputes and inquiries
- Inspect defects and identify corrective and preventative actions
- Manage discreet PR and Public Policy inquiries and escalations
- Work with Litigation and Competition teams and outside counsel on formal actions or investigations
- May require some domestic and international travel
About the Team:
The Books Legal team supports Amazon's Books business, including our in-house publisher, Amazon Publishing, and our self-publishing service, Kindle Direct Publishing.
Basic Qualifications:
- 5+ years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor degree and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience working in a law firm
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in both corporate law firm and in-house work
- Litigation, regulatory legal practice, or competition policy experience
Salary Information:
- Base pay ranges from $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/year in our highest geographic market
- Pay is based on factors such as market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
- Additional forms of compensation, including equity and sign-on payments, may be provided as part of a total compensation package
- Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits available
Amazon is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
If you require a workplace accommodation during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit our website for more information. If your country/region is not listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner for assistance.
This position will remain posted until filled. Interested applicants should apply through our internal or external career site.
H1: Corporate Counsel, Books - Legal Department - Services LLC
H2: Job Summary
Job Title:
Corporate Counsel, Books
Department:
Legal Department
Company:
Services LLC
Job ID:
2928496
Location:
USA, WA, Seattle
Industry:
Legal & Government Affairs
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Description:
Amazon is looking for a highly motivated Corporate Counsel to join our Legal Department and support our Books business. This role will involve providing legal advice, managing pre-litigation disputes, and working with other legal teams and outside counsel. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of legal experience and a Juris Doctor degree.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice on new and existing initiatives, negotiations, and regulatory matters
- Handle pre-litigation disputes and inquiries
- Identify and implement corrective and preventative actions for defects
- Manage discreet PR and Public Policy inquiries and escalations
- Work with other legal teams and outside counsel on formal actions or investigations
- May require some domestic and international travel.
About the Company:
Amazon's Books Legal team supports our Books business, including Amazon Publishing and Kindle Direct Publishing.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor degree and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience working in a law firm
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in both corporate law firm and in-house work
- Litigation, regulatory legal practice, or competition policy experience
Salary Information:
- Base pay ranges from $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/year in our highest geographic market
- Pay is based on factors such as market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
- Additional forms of compensation, including equity and sign-on payments, may be provided as part of a total compensation package
- Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits available
Amazon is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
If you require a workplace accommodation during the application and hiring process, please visit our website for more information. If your country/region is not listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner for assistance.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should apply through our internal or external career site.
H2: Job Details
- Job Title: Corporate Counsel, Books
- Department: Legal Department
- Company: Services LLC
- Job ID: 2928496
- Location: USA, WA, Seattle
- Industry: Legal & Government Affairs
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Job Description: Seeking highly motivated Corporate Counsel to join our Legal Department and support our Books business. Responsibilities include providing legal advice, managing disputes, and working with other legal teams and outside counsel.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of legal experience, Juris Doctor degree, experience working in a law firm.
- Salary Information: Competitive salary based on location and experience, with additional compensation options and benefits.
- Application Process: Interested candidates should apply through our internal or external career site.
