• Associate Corporate Counsel, Labor & Employment…

    Amazon (Seattle, WA)


    Description

    Work hard, have fun and make history with Amazon's legal team. We are looking for an attorney to help manage Amazon’s employment-legal issues throughout the US.

     

    Responsibilities include working with key partners to provide practical advice and counseling regarding general legal issues such as those relating to wage-and-hour, equal employment opportunity, disability accommodation, and performance management and discharge. Responsibilities also include managing government agency investigations, creating proactive training, and preparing self-service tools and guidance materials.

     

    This position will work closely with internal clients on the People eXperience & Technology (Human Resources) team and colleagues on the Amazon legal team and requires the ability to travel on an as needed basis and work extended hours when necessary.

     

    This position reports to the Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment.

     

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    Basic Qualifications

    - 2+ years of legal experience

     

    - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

    Preferred Qualifications

    - Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work

     

    - Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines

     

    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 $118,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,700/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.