AmazonCorporate Counsel, Energy & Water Legal
Amazon is hiring a Corporate Counsel, Energy & Water Legal in Seattle, United States. It pays $154k-$208k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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- The posting mentions contract negotiation, energy law and regulatory compliance among its tools and skills.
- Level classes it as a senior role.
- Amazon has 21,000+ other open roles on Level.
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Provide legal counsel and negotiate complex energy and water transactions to power AWS cloud and AI infrastructure expansion.
Key job responsibilities
- Structure, draft, and negotiate complex energy project agreements including power purchase agreements, utility special contracts, and power generation and interconnection arrangements
- Provide legal counsel on the interaction between deal structures, grid interconnection processes, and regulatory requirements in the energy sector
- Lead transactions from initial concept through closing, managing multiple workstreams and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
- Support AWS's renewable energy procurement program by advising on transaction structures, risk allocation, and compliance with applicable energy regulations
- Collaborate with business development, infrastructure, and sustainability teams to identify legal solutions that advance both business objectives and climate commitments
A day in the life
As a Corporate Counsel on our Energy & Water Legal team, you'll take the lead on structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex energy project agreements including utility special contracts, power purchase agreements, and power generation and interconnection arrangements. Your work will span multiple deal phases—from initial concept through closing—where you'll analyze how deal structures interact with grid interconnection processes and evolving energy regulations. You'll collaborate with our business development, infrastructure, and sustainability teams to navigate the technical and legal complexities of energy transactions. Some days you'll be deep in contract language; other days you'll be advising stakeholders on regulatory implications or exploring innovative deal structures that haven't been tried before.
About the team
We are a dedicated legal team supporting AWS's rapid expansion into energy procurement and infrastructure development. Our mission is to enable AWS to build the cloud and AI infrastructure our customers depend on while advancing our Climate Pledge commitment. We work closely with business partners across AWS to structure deals that are not only legally sound but also innovative and scalable. You'll join a collaborative group of attorneys and business professionals who are passionate about solving complex problems at the intersection of technology, energy, and sustainability. Together, we're helping to accelerate the global transition to renewable energy while supporting one of the world's most ambitious corporate climate commitments.
Basic qualifications
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience
- 5+ years of transactional experience in energy, infrastructure, construction, or project financing domains
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in energy regulatory matters or proceedings
- Mix of private practice experience, and experience at a utility, regulator, or power producer
- Familiarity with grid interconnection processes and transmission planning
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, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
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