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Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

Amazon

Amazon

Legal
Seattle, WA, USA
Posted on Mar 10, 2026

Description

We're seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel to be a pivotal force in shaping the future of cloud security at Amazon Web Services. In this role, you'll collaborate with security teams, translating complex legal challenges into innovative solutions that protect and empower our global customers.

Key job responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive legal counsel on cloud security, transactional, regulatory, and compliance matters — drawing on a comprehensive understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks to navigate complex and evolving requirements
- Advise security teams during strategic customer engagements, media interactions, and interactions with security researchers
- Serve as a subject matter expert on security commitments in cloud enterprise agreements
- Lead negotiations for technology, intellectual property and data licensing across inbound and outbound initiatives, leveraging deep expertise in commercial agreements and intellectual property transactions
- Support the global security response team with nuanced legal perspectives, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving capabilities in ambiguous scenarios
- Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines
- Uphold a deep commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity across all legal and business engagements

A day in the life
Your day will be a blend of strategic problem-solving and legal innovation. You'll engage with security teams, navigate intricate legal landscapes, and provide counsel that bridges technology and legal frameworks. Expect to dive into fascinating challenges that require both legal acumen and technological insight, working closely with global security experts to develop new approaches to cloud security.

About the team
Our legal team at AWS is a collaborative, forward-thinking group dedicated to supporting one of the most innovative technology companies globally. We don't just practice law; we help shape the future of cloud computing. You'll be part of a team that values intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, and the ability to transform complex legal challenges into clear, actionable guidance.