AmazonPosted 3w ago

Corporate Counsel, M&A Legal

Corporate Counsel, M&A Legal at Amazon scores 35 out of 100 on AI centrality, which makes it AI Level 1 of 4 (Little AI) on this board. The level measures how much of the work is AI, not seniority.

US, WA, Seattleseniorfull-time$154k-$208k

AI in this role

Amazon.com is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support its work on M&A and other strategic transactions. The candidate must have a strong M&A and strategic transactions background and be able to manage large and complex transactions with tight deadlines, as well as research and advise on transactional and general corporate matters and work effectively with outside counsel. The candidate must be flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary. M&A, investments, and other transactional experience at a law firm and/or technology company is required. This role will be Seattle-based.

Basic qualifications

- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience
- Experience with a wide variety of transaction types (e.g., private company, public company, stock purchase, asset purchase, cross-border, minority investments, joint ventures)

Preferred qualifications

- Experience effectively communicating complex concepts through written and verbal communication
- Proficiency in using AI tools to automate and/or increase efficiency in legal-related workflows
- Experience with investments involving technology companies and startups
- 6+ years of law firm and/or technology company experience
- A proven ability to manage a large number and variety of mission-critical projects, working independently and often in ambiguous environments

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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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, WA, SEATTLE - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually