• Corporate Counsel, Sustainability, Regulatory…

    Amazon (Seattle, WA)


    Description

    Amazon's Legal Department is looking for an 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, AI, machine learning, and more. The role is part of a global legal team responsible for counseling AWS on a broad range of sustainability, regulatory advocacy, products regulatory compliance, health and 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 (climate, human rights, circular economy); supply chain; engineering; product compliance; and data center operations. You will support innovative AWS customer-facing sustainability programs as well as compliance with mandatory ESG reporting. You will collaborate with attorneys and public policy experts across the globe and throughout Amazon to develop creative solutions. You will provide day-to-day guidance on existing and emerging regulations, and advise on trends including in new areas of law.

     

    A day in the life

    • 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;

    • Monitoring and advising the business of upcoming regulatory changes; and

    • Advising on regulatory compliance policies and processes.

     

    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.

    Basic Qualifications

    - 5+ years of legal experience

     

    - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

    Preferred Qualifications

    - Experience providing legal counsel and support for sustainability, hardware product compliance, or similar regulatory matters

     

    - Experience with global regulations attaching to sustainability reporting; the manufacture, sale, distribution, use, handling, and disposition of hardware products; or chemicals regulation

     

    - 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 global, 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 an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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 $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/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.