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We are looking for an exceptional attorney to support the growing Canada consumer business (operating the Amazon.ca store).

Description

We are looking for an exceptional attorney to support the growing Canada consumer business (operating the Amazon.ca store).

Amazon is a leader in global e-commerce. Our innovative technologies change the way people find, discover and buy products and services. Lawyers at Amazon are trusted members of the business. Our work is intellectually challenging, exciting and fast-paced. Developing innovative solutions to novel legal questions is part of our daily business.

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 features and product categories
• Serve as lead counsel in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
• Resolve issues arising in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries
• Manage regulatory compliance matters, including liaising with federal and provincial agencies on a variety of issues and products and developing and implementing long-term strategic planning.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited Canadian or American law school
• Active membership in at least one provincial bar, with the ability to be licensed in Washington, Virginia or New York

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
• Fluent in French
• Common sense and a good sense of humor
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical and computer skills
• 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 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 $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A2963345

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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