Corporate Counsel - Transactions, Amazon Leo, Legal
About The Position
Elevate the Future of Global Connectivity Join our innovative legal team and play a pivotal role in bringing high-speed internet to unserved communities worldwide. As a Transactional Corporate Counsel for Amazon Leo, you'll be at the forefront of transforming global connectivity through state-of-the-art satellite and networking technology. You'll be the legal expert enabling Amazon's ambitious mission to build and launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites to provide broadband access to communities that have been digitally isolated. Your expertise will directly impact our ability to negotiate complex technology contracts, navigate intricate legal landscapes, and support the rapid deployment of satellite and ground infrastructure that connects the unconnected. Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. A day in the life Your day will be dynamic and intellectually stimulating. You'll collaborate closely with supply chain and launch operations teams, crafting legal strategies that balance innovation with risk management. Expect to dive into detailed technical specifications and intricate contract negotiations, while providing strategic legal counsel that propels our ambitious satellite initiative forward. About the team Amazon Legal is a collaborative and forward-thinking legal group dedicated to supporting pioneering technology projects. Our team values creative problem-solving, technical curiosity, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business strategies. We're not just lawyers; we're enablers of technological transformation.
Requirements
- 5+ years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience with complex commercial/legal concepts and drafting, ability to quickly read and interpret legal terminology and reasoning
- Knowledge of intellectual property rights
- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
- Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization
- Experience communicating technical details verbally and in writing
- Experience working cross-functionally and with a wide range of employees with different skill sets
- Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, innovative environments
Responsibilities
- Review, draft, and negotiate diverse technology contracts including component purchase, launch services, licensing, and manufacturing agreements
- Develop innovative legal strategies that support business objectives and mitigate potential risks
- Provide comprehensive legal advice on complex technological and commercial issues
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution
- Create scalable legal processes that enable rapid decision-making and organizational agility
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
