Corporate Counsel, Environmental Health and Safety Legal

Transform Workplace Safety Through Strategic Legal Expertise at Amazon. Join our dynamic legal team and become a pivotal force in developing safety solutions that protect and empower Amazons global workforce. As our Corporate Counsel youll leverage your legal expertise to create innovative compliance strategies that safeguard employees.

Key job responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive legal guidanceto Corporate Environmental Health & Safety and Corporate Security teams
- Monitor and interpret regulatory changes ensuring robust compliance mechanisms across multiple business units
- Develop strategic safety and security frameworksthat mitigate workplace risks
- Manage global regulatory inquiries and inspectionswith precision and expertise
- Collaborate with international legal teamsto create cohesive safety strategies

A day in the life
Your day will be a blend of strategic problem-solving and collaborative legal support. Youll engage with cross-functional teams diving deep into complex environmental health and safety challenges. From analyzing regulatory landscapes to crafting proactive compliance mechanisms youll play a critical role in shaping workplace safety standards.

About the team
We are a forward-thinking legal team dedicated to protecting and advancing Amazons corporate workplace safety. Our collaborative approach means youll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to creating safe supportive work environments. Were not just managing risks; were pioneering industry-leading safety solutions that set new standards for workplace protection.

- 5 years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience in Regulatory Law

- Experience in legal work
- Experience in both corporate law firm and/or in-house legal environments
- Comprehensive background in occupational safety and health compliance
- Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes
- Strong understanding of occupational health and safety regulations
- Experience dealing with legal matters pertaining to OSHA is a plus
- Experience dealing with environmental law a plus

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 youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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 VA Arlington - 153900.00 - 208200.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 153900.00 - 208200.00 USD annually