Amazon is looking for an exceptional attorney to support the growing North American Seller Business & Programs Team.

Key job responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support to business teams and develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative, efficient, and business-centric ways
• Help business teams launch new programs, products and features for sellers
• Serve as lead counsel in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
• Resolve issues arising in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries

Basic qualifications

• 5+ years of post bar admission 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 that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
• Common sense and a good sense of humor
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations
• Team player and consensus builder who can effectively and efficiently collaborate and build relationships with attorneys and business clients at all levels throughout the organization
• Business acumen combined with ability to identify optimal solutions, including novel, creative and innovative solutions to complex issues
• Thinks strategically, but stays on top of tactical execution, responding openly and flexibly to change

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.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, NY, New York - 169,300.00 - 229,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually