Corporate Counsel

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Corporate Counsel, Digital

Job Description:
Amazon is a leader in global e-commerce. We strive to be the earth's most customer-centric company. Our innovative technologies and devices change the way people find, discover and buy products and services. We are looking for a talented attorney to support our rapidly growing and evolving device business (e.g., Ring, Blink, eero, Echo/Alexa). 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 job. Like everyone at Amazon, we are passionate about our customers.

Responsibilities
You will serve as a lawyer responsible for counseling the business on a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters and structuring, drafting and negotiating commercial transactions. You will provide day-to-day advice in a wide range of legal areas, including digital media, consumer products, marketing, commercial contracts, privacy and regulatory compliance. You will be part of the legal team that supports Amazon's devices and digital businesses in Luxembourg and Europe.

This position will be based in Luxembourg. Some travel may be required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· In house experience at a technology company or in a private practice technology group is a plus

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· Fully qualified lawyer with excellent academic records
· Minimum 5 years of legal experience (with at least two years at a law firm) as a qualified lawyer
· High degree of independence, initiative and decisiveness but also desire to be challenged and think outside the box
· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as demonstrated proficiency in working closely with and advising senior executives of an organization.
· A team player and consensus builder with great people skills who can effectively and efficiently collaborate and build relationships with attorneys and business clients at all levels throughout the organization
· Outstanding legal and business judgment especially in ambiguous situations
· Highest standards of ethics and professional integrity