Corporate Counsel, Labor & Employment Legal

Amazon • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced employment attorney to provide strategic counsel
on labor and employment matters, with a focus on advising HR and product teams
on the legal implications of artificial intelligence in employment decisions.
You'll partner directly with builders and senior leadership to provide proactive
guidance on AI regulations, employment compliance, discrimination, disability
accommodation, and workforce management, while managing sophisticated outside
counsel relationships.

Your day spans advising HR and product teams on AI compliance for recruiting and
talent management tools, counseling on complex employment matters including
terminations and accommodations, collaborating with outside counsel on active
litigation, and engaging senior HR leadership on emerging AI and employment law
trends. This role blends hands-on business counseling with litigation management
and AI regulatory work, requiring you to work independently while partnering
across Legal, HR, Privacy, and Technology teams.

The Labor & Employment provides strategic legal guidance on the full spectrum of
employment matters. We're a collaborative, high-performing team that values
practical judgment, business partnership, and innovative problem-solving. We
prioritize professional development and are proud to offer an inclusive
environment where every team member can thrive.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• 5+ years of legal experience
• 3+ years of litigation experience
• Knowledge of employment law and HR policies and procedures
• Experience advising on the legal impact of high-risk AI tools, systems, and technology in employment contexts

Nice To Haves

• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
• Litigation background with experience handling employment matters

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage complex employment litigation including class actions, single-plaintiff lawsuits, and government agency investigations
• Assess, select, and supervise outside counsel on employment matters
• Advise HR and product teams on legal compliance for AI tools and systems used in employment decisions, including hiring, performance management, and terminations
• Provide strategic counsel on federal and state AI legislation and regulations affecting HR functions
• Partner with HR stakeholders to assess legal risks of high-risk AI tools and automated decision systems
• Develop compliance frameworks for AI-powered HR technologies in accordance with emerging regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Legal, Privacy, and Technology to ensure responsible AI use in employment contexts

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