Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

Amazon • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Join Amazon's Legal Department as an Associate Corporate Counsel supporting AWS's transformative work in cloud infrastructure and sustainability. You'll provide strategic legal guidance to our global energy and water teams as we partner with utilities, build new infrastructure, and pioneer carbon-free energy solutions aligned with The Climate Pledge—our commitment to achieve net zero carbon by 2040. As an Associate Corporate Counsel supporting AWS's energy and water initiatives, you'll navigate complex legal landscapes while helping shape the future of sustainable infrastructure. Your day might include drafting and negotiating utility agreements, reviewing contracts for renewable energy projects, or advising on regulatory compliance for innovative carbon-free energy pilots. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, project managers, and business leaders to identify legal risks and opportunities. Beyond routine legal work, you'll contribute to strategic initiatives that advance our sustainability goals, working on matters that span multiple jurisdictions and require creative problem-solving. We are a collaborative legal team dedicated to supporting AWS's mission to lead the cloud computing industry while advancing our sustainability goals. Our team works closely with utilities, government agencies, and internal stakeholders to facilitate partnerships that drive innovation in the energy field. We're committed to building a culture of shared learning and mutual support, where every team member's perspective is valued. As part of our team, you'll work alongside experienced counsel who are passionate about both legal excellence and sustainability.

Requirements

• 2+ years of legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• Experience in private practice or in-house experience
• Experience in transactional work, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work at a technology company or equivalent
• Experience in infrastructure or energy transactions
• Experience in a regulated industry

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to energy procurement, utility infrastructure and services, and infrastructure development projects
• Provide legal counsel on regulatory compliance and energy and utility law across multiple jurisdictions
• Collaborate with business, engineering, and project management teams to identify legal implications and develop solutions for complex transactions
• Maintain legal documentation, track regulatory developments, and communicate updates to stakeholders

Benefits

• 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
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed