Corporate Counsel Sustainability Sustainability Legal
Corporate Counsel Sustainability Sustainability Legal
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$ 138500 - 229000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
14-04-2025
Job Description
Amazon is looking for a talented and experienced attorney to join Amazons Sustainability Legal team as we work on some of the most ambitious sustainability challenges on the planet. In this role youll support Amazons Sustainability team with reporting and strategy as well as forcemultiplying with other signatories of The Climate Pledge. With the evolution of voluntary sustainability reporting alongside new mandatory reporting requirements being considered and adopted in many parts of the world you will support the teams at Amazon who are working to develop new approaches and capabilities to meet those challenges and navigate this dynamic reporting environment.
As part of this role you will work alongside many different Amazon teams including the global Sustainability team Public Policy Public Relations Accounting Finance and others on our programmatic efforts to drive sustainability action and report on our initiatives and metrics amidst evolving requirements and risks. You will be a key stakeholder and strategic advisor as we continue toward our Climate Pledge commitment and as Amazon businesses prepare for reporting and other sustainabilityrelated communications at Amazon scale. You will also collaborate on and provide support for other initiatives and legal issues related to Amazons sustainability work.
Key job responsibilities
Strategically advising and partnering with Sustainability leaders to develop shape and scale Amazons reporting and disclosures program processes and tools as Amazon continues to grow its business and operations including identifying and implementing process improvements and advising on technologyenabled solutions;
Supporting jointaction initiatives with Climate Pledge signatories;
Advising on Amazons strategy and approach under current and emerging sustainability compliance requirements;
Working with the Sustainability Finance Public Relations Public Policy Accounting and other stakeholder teams to develop prepare and draft Amazons voluntary and regulatory reporting and disclosures;
Advising on internal assessments and mapping exercises needed to prepare and inform disclosures;
Providing guidance and forming advocacy positions on reporting standards;
Counseling on current and emerging sustainability requirements and policy engagement strategies;
Advising on and managing internal processes and practices to support sustainabilityrelated governance requirements and disclosure controls and procedures;
Developing and implementing internal processes to meet thirdparty assurance and verification requirements; and
Engaging with internal and external stakeholders on sustainability reporting and disclosures.
5 years of legal experience
Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
Relevant experience working on sustainability initiatives reporting and/or public company reporting and corporate governance
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
A mix of law firm and inhouse experience with large multinational complex companies advising on sustainability
Experience working with regulators and public policy experts on proposed legislation and regulations
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to crossfunctional teams
Handson project management experience including excellent organizational skills the ability to manage and prioritize a large number of projects and attention to detail
Great judgment common sense enthusiasm and a good sense of humor
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age 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 youre applying in isnt 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 $138500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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.
As part of this role you will work alongside many different Amazon teams including the global Sustainability team Public Policy Public Relations Accounting Finance and others on our programmatic efforts to drive sustainability action and report on our initiatives and metrics amidst evolving requirements and risks. You will be a key stakeholder and strategic advisor as we continue toward our Climate Pledge commitment and as Amazon businesses prepare for reporting and other sustainabilityrelated communications at Amazon scale. You will also collaborate on and provide support for other initiatives and legal issues related to Amazons sustainability work.
Key job responsibilities
Strategically advising and partnering with Sustainability leaders to develop shape and scale Amazons reporting and disclosures program processes and tools as Amazon continues to grow its business and operations including identifying and implementing process improvements and advising on technologyenabled solutions;
Supporting jointaction initiatives with Climate Pledge signatories;
Advising on Amazons strategy and approach under current and emerging sustainability compliance requirements;
Working with the Sustainability Finance Public Relations Public Policy Accounting and other stakeholder teams to develop prepare and draft Amazons voluntary and regulatory reporting and disclosures;
Advising on internal assessments and mapping exercises needed to prepare and inform disclosures;
Providing guidance and forming advocacy positions on reporting standards;
Counseling on current and emerging sustainability requirements and policy engagement strategies;
Advising on and managing internal processes and practices to support sustainabilityrelated governance requirements and disclosure controls and procedures;
Developing and implementing internal processes to meet thirdparty assurance and verification requirements; and
Engaging with internal and external stakeholders on sustainability reporting and disclosures.
5 years of legal experience
Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
Relevant experience working on sustainability initiatives reporting and/or public company reporting and corporate governance
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
A mix of law firm and inhouse experience with large multinational complex companies advising on sustainability
Experience working with regulators and public policy experts on proposed legislation and regulations
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to crossfunctional teams
Handson project management experience including excellent organizational skills the ability to manage and prioritize a large number of projects and attention to detail
Great judgment common sense enthusiasm and a good sense of humor
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age 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 youre applying in isnt 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 $138500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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.
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