Corporate Counsel, Global Subsidiaries

Amazon is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our Global Subsidiaries Legal team and to lead our work in the Americas. The candidate must have a strong corporate law, corporate governance, and compliance background and be able to supervise legal professionals responsible for forming and maintaining Amazon's subsidiaries in the Americas.

The candidate must be able to research and advise on corporate law issues in multiple jurisdictions, execute on complex corporate restructuring projects, and work effectively with outside counsel in foreign jurisdictions. The candidate must have experience with the use and building of AI tools for application in their day-to-day work.

• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent - 5+ years of Corporate Law experience
• Experience with the formation and governance of corporate entities as well as corporate restructuring projects in multiple jurisdictions
• A proven ability to manage a large number and variety of mission-critical projects, working with other cross-functional teams and often in ambiguous environments
• Experience with the use and building of AI tools for application in day-to-day work
• Experience managing legal professionals
• Experience with M&A transactions and investments
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Sound and practical business judgment, as well as common sense
• English (Fluent) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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