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

Nice To Haves

• Experience in transactional work, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts or equivalent
• 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: Ph.D. or professional degree