Associate Corporate Counsel, Sustainability, Product Safety and Compliance

Amazon is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel for Sustainability, Product Safety, and Compliance in Arlington, VA. The role involves advising AWS on sustainability and regulatory compliance, supporting customer-facing programs, and collaborating globally. Candidates should have 2+ years of legal experience, a Juris Doctor, and relevant background in corporate law or technology. Amazon values diversity and offers a dynamic work environment.
Description

Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a junior attorney with a strong regulatory or sustainability background to support Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS provides cutting edge cloud computing services and IT infrastructure to public and private customers around the globe, including on-demand compute capacity, data storage, machine learning, and more. The role is part of a global team responsible for counseling AWS on a broad range of sustainability, products regulatory compliance, health & safety, environmental, and trade issues across AWS’s diverse array of infrastructure hardware supply chains and global data center footprint.

You will advise on strategic projects and programs, working directly with business functions including sustainability, supply chain, procurement, engineering, product, and operations. You will support AWS customer-facing sustainability programs and compliance with mandatory ESG reporting. You will collaborate with attorneys across the globe (and throughout Amazon) to develop innovative solutions. You will provide day-to-day guidance on existing and emerging regulations, and advise on trends including in new areas of law.

Amazon offers its attorneys the opportunity to develop their experience and career with one of the world’s most recognized and dynamic brands. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, and enjoy working hard, being challenged, and working in a fun, team-oriented environment. They must also demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations.

Key job responsibilities
• Counseling on current and emerging sustainability and ESG due diligence and reporting frameworks and policy engagement strategies;
• Providing advice on regulations concerning the design, development, manufacture, procurement, distribution, use and disposition of data center equipment;
• Providing compliance-related legal support for operation activities at AWS facilities globally;
• Monitoring and advising the business of upcoming regulatory changes; and
• Formulating, implementing, and maintaining applicable regulatory compliance policies and processes.

Basic Qualifications
• 2+ years of legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• Experience in private practice or in house experience at a technology company or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
• Experience in web services/cloud computing, software licensing, telecommunications or equivalent
• Experience providing legal counsel and support for sustainability, hardware product compliance, or similar regulatory matters
• Experience with global regulations attaching to sustainability reporting or the manufacture, sale, distribution, use, handling, and disposition of hardware products
• Experience working with regulators and public policy experts on proposed legislation and regulations
• A combination of law firm, in-house, or government experience
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $118,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A2942245