Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

Come make history and join Amazons Legal Department by supporting global trade matters spanning customs and import compliance tariffs export controls and sanctions in service of our global business! This role will lead all Europe Middle East and Africa global trade matters and will collaborate with business and legal teams across AWS and Amazon to develop innovative legal and business this role youll navigate complex and rapidly evolving regulatory landscapes deliver trade legal counsel on emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing and directly influence AWSs global strategic initiatives.

Key job responsibilities
Provide comprehensive legal counsel on import customs export controls sanctions and other international trade laws applicable to emerging technologies
Develop innovative international trade compliance solutions
Research and analyze evolving regulatory landscapes communicating complex legal implications to business stakeholders
Support regulatory engagements and provide strategic input on legal and business decisions
Manage multiple complex legal matters simultaneously with precision and creativity


A day in the life
Your day will be dynamic and impactful involving direct collaboration with global business teams researching emerging regulatory trends and developing creative compliance and business-impacting strategies. Youll engage with cross-functional teams translating complex legal frameworks into actionable business guidance and play a critical role in supporting AWSs emerging technological advancements.

About the team
Our Trade and Logistics Legal team is a close collaborative group dedicated to pioneering legal solutions across AWSs global business. We work at the intersection of technology law and global strategy supporting AWSs mission to transform how businesses leverage cloud technologies worldwide. Your expertise will be crucial in helping us navigate the intricate regulatory environments of emerging technologies.

- License to practice law in Europe US or other common law jurisdiction
- Experience working independently and directly with all levels of legal and business partners or equivalent
- Experience with written and verbal communication and presentation
- Qualified Lawyer with 5 years post-qualification legal experience
- Knowledge of international trade laws including import customs export controls or sanctions
- Exceptional research and analytical skills with ability to summarize regulatory impacts
- Ability to provide practical legal guidance in fast-paced ambiguous environments

- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
- Experience with technology sector

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