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lead commercial counsel

Rippling

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">About Rippling</h2>
Rippling gives businesses one place to run HR, IT, and Finance. It brings together all of the workforce systems that are normally scattered across a company, like payroll, expenses, benefits, and computers. For the first time ever, you can manage and automate every part of the employee lifecycle in a single system. 
Take onboarding, for example. With Rippling, you can hire a new employee anywhere in the world and set up their payroll, corporate card, computer, benefits, and even third-party apps like Slack and Microsoft 365&mdash;all within 90 seconds. 
Based in San Francisco, CA, Rippling has raised $1.4B+ from the world&rsquo;s top investors&mdash;including Kleiner Perkins, Founders Fund, Sequoia, Greenoaks, and Bedrock&mdash;and was named one of America's best startup employers by Forbes. 
We prioritize candidate safety. Please be aware that all official communication will only be sent from @Rippling.com addresses.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
About the role</h2>
We are seeking an experienced, highly-motivated, and business-minded Lead Commercial Counsel on the Legal &amp; Compliance Team. You are a sharp self-starter that is eager to take an ownership role in scaling Rippling&rsquo;s commercial legal function to be best-in-class, while simultaneously counseling on complex strategic initiatives and getting deals done efficiently and effectively.
This is a highly visible, strategic role requiring both strong leadership and hands-on execution. You will report to the Associate General Counsel, Corporate, and collaborate closely with leaders across Legal &amp; Compliance, Sales, Business Development, Revenue Operations, Procurement, Product, Real Estate, Finance, and Security.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What you will do</h2><ul><li>
Advise on a variety of commercial matters, including enterprise SaaS agreements, strategic alliances, channel partnerships, customer negotiations, and vendor relationships</li><li>
Mentor and develop a small commercial team supporting Rippling&rsquo;s global business</li><li>
Partner with our Sales, Business Development, and other GTM teams to develop, refine, and manage Rippling&rsquo;s commercial counseling and contracting function</li><li>
Develop and refine enablement tools (e.g. collateral, playbooks, training, templates, negotiation strategies)</li><li>
Drive consistency, predictability, and scalability across Rippling&rsquo;s global commercial contracting motions</li><li>
Navigate complex global regulatory frameworks to create scalable and innovative solutions to support our products and services</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (Privacy, Security, Product, Engineering, and Finance) on development and documentation of new features and services</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What you will need</h2><ul><li>
7+ years of commercial contracting experience, including 3+ years in-house experience</li><li>
Law degree (J.D. or equivalent)</li><li>
Prior in-house experience at a high-growth SaaS or technology company strongly preferred</li><li>
Deep expertise in technology transactions, including SaaS licensing, data integrations, strategic alliances, procurement and vendor negotiations, and channel and reseller programs, as well as familiarity with AI, privacy, and cybersecurity considerations</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor attorneys or legal staff</li><li>
Excellent drafting and communication skills, with the ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice</li><li>
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment, managing a high volume of matters, shifting priorities, and time-sensitive demands with precision and urgency</li><li>
Entrepreneurial, solution-oriented mindset, including a bias to finding the path to &ldquo;yes&rdquo; but confidence in knowing when to say &ldquo;no&rdquo;, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves</li><li>
Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and process optimization skills, with a passion for building scalable and efficient legal workflows</li><li>
Sense of humor</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
About the team</h2>
Our team keeps Rippling&rsquo;s commercial engine running efficiently and compliantly by working to accelerate revenue while protecting the business. We support Sales, Business Development, and other GTM teams globally, advising on commercial strategy, negotiating increasingly complex deals, and enabling Rippling to continue to grow and scale. This role offers the opportunity to lead and scale a world-class commercial legal function at a fast-growing company.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Additional Information</h2>
Rippling is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected characteristics, Rippling is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities who need assistance during the hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please email accommodations@rippling.com
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#LI-Hybrid 
Rippling highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. Rippling considers working in the office, at least three days a week under current policy, to be an essential function of the employee's role. 
This role will receive a competitive salary + benefits + equity. A variety of factors are considered when determining someone&rsquo;s compensation&ndash;including a candidate&rsquo;s professional background, experience, and location. Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed below. 
The pay range for this role is: 
171,000 - 299,250 USD per year(US)</div>

Lead Commercial Counsel

Starbucks

<div>Now Brewing &ndash; director, corporate counsel! #tobeapartner
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrates coffee and its rich traditions, but that also brings a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
The director, corporate counsel will be a key member of a team of legal professionals supporting multiple lines of business requiring creative, proactive, and practical legal guidance. In this role, your primary responsibility will be to provide legal advice and transactional support for several commercial categories, including but not limited to the procurement of technology, logistics and distribution, equipment and goods, and professional services. This role involves engaging with business partners (employees) at all levels within the organization, negotiating and drafting commercial agreements, managing significant legal risks, anticipating and identifying highly complex legal and business issues, and operating with broad reach and impact across the organization. You may work with and supervise outside counsel and other in-house legal professionals. Experience in technology transactions, logistics and distribution, global supply chain, privacy/AI, and contract management system implementation is preferred.
As a director, corporate counsel, you will:<ul><li>
Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including technology-related agreements, logistics and distribution agreements, professional services agreements, purchase agreements, and other miscellaneous agreements in support of the global supply chain and technology organizations.</li><li>
Provide legal advice and training to the procurement team and business leaders on a range of commercial and contract issues.</li><li>
Coordinate across internal legal teams on a variety of matters related to commercial transactions (e.g., Privacy, IP, Customs, and Tax).</li><li>
Interface with external legal counsel on bespoke issues and within budget parameters.</li><li>
Provide high-level legal expertise across the organization.</li><li>
Develop and implement solutions together with the business that anticipate and mitigate risks.</li><li>
Manage and develop relationships with partners (employees) and outside counsel to create strategic and innovative solutions that address issues and achieve business objectives.</li><li>
Provide feedback and evaluate process improvements to increase efficiencies.</li><li>
Collaborate with team members to achieve business, customer, and partner results.</li><li>
Embody our culture and values and demonstrate servant leadership.</li></ul>

We&rsquo;d love to hear from people with:<ul><li>
JD degree and active license to practice law in applicable jurisdiction(s).</li><li>
Minimum of 10 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.</li><li>
Experience supervising legal professionals including attorneys, paralegals, and legal support partners.</li><li>
Experience with commercial and technology related transactions.</li><li>
Experience and interest in supporting a wide variety of commercial transactions.</li><li>
A passion and curiosity for technology and complex problem solving.</li><li>
Strong time management and prioritization skills.</li></ul>
As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor&rsquo;s degree through Arizona State University&rsquo;s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.<ul><li>If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.</li></ul>
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four (4) days a week.
Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances. 
 
Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1(888) 611-2258.</div>

Bridge33 Capital

<div>JOIN OUR TEAM
Bridge33 Capital is a rapidly growing, vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on open-air retail real estate. The Company recently closed its latest opportunistic fund, marking a key milestone for the company. 
We are seeking a COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY, ACQUISITIONS AND DISPOSITIONS, who is a key partner in supporting the General Counsel, the Legal team and the Transactions team. In this critical role, you will navigate the complexities of real estate and corporate transactions from start to finish. This involves overseeing document preparations, conducting due diligence, managing closing processes, and handling post-closing matters. Your expertise will be essential in driving successful outcomes across our transaction portfolio. This is a primarily in-person role based out of our downtown Seattle office. Come make your mark as an integral part of Bridge33 Capital! 
MISSION
We build relationships and create value where others don&rsquo;t. 
KEY PRINCIPLES
We&rsquo;re Better Together | We&rsquo;re Here to Serve | We crush our egos, and we have empathy for teammates | We stay positive | We embrace accountability, and we champion results. 
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES<ul>
<li>
Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising various transaction-related documents, including purchase agreements, leases, closing statements, deeds, and other contracts.</li>
<li>Prepare and organize closing binders and ensure all necessary documents are executed and properly filed.</li>
<li>Coordinate and perform due diligence tasks, including title and survey review, obtaining and analyzing zoning reports, environmental reports, and other critical documents.</li>
<li>Assist in the preparation and review of due diligence checklists and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.</li>
<li>Act as the point of contact between the legal team, clients, and third-party vendors (e.g., title companies, lenders, and opposing counsel).</li>
<li>Organize and manage the closing process, including coordinating schedules, preparing closing documents, and managing the transfer of funds.</li>
<li>Review closing documents for accuracy and completeness before execution.</li>
<li>Manage post-closing tasks, such as ensuring all necessary recordings are completed, tracking post-closing obligations, and maintaining transaction files.</li>
<li>Assist in the resolution of any post-closing issues that may arise.</li>
<li>Ensure proper document retention and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.</li>
<li>Liaise with internal teams, external counsel, clients, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth transaction processes.</li>
<li>Provide regular updates to the legal team and other relevant parties on the status of transactions.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic and physical files for all transactions.</li>
<li>Liaise with internal teams, external counsel, clients, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth transaction processes.</li>
<li>Provide regular updates to the legal team and other relevant parties on the status of transactions.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS<ul>
<li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree and a minimum of 2-3 years legal experience in a law firm, with a focus on commercial real estate transactions.</li>
<li>Strong proficiency with technology for managing real estate transactions, for creating complex documents and spreadsheets; and an aptitude for adapting to new technology and software as required by the role.</li>
<li>Proven ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex projects while consistently meeting critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to build effective working relationships across all organizational levels through professional competence and integrity.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to maintain composure under pressure, handle sensitive confidential information with discretion and deliver exceptional client service in a professional and calm manner.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of performance.</li>
<li>Possess skills, abilities and traits that align with the company&rsquo;s Key Principles</li>
</ul>
Benefits
WHAT WE OFFER<ul>
<li>
Fast paced and dynamic work environment, including frequent interaction with the senior management team.</li>
<li>Generous time off policy</li>
<li>Company sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.</li>
<li>Company paid life insurance.</li>
<li>Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance.</li>
<li>Paid parental leave.</li>
<li>401k plan with Company match</li>
<li>11 paid holidays</li></ul> 
The annual compensation range is $100,000 - $150,000 and this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance.
Bridge33 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Bridge33 is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department at .</div>

Commercial Real Estate Attorney, Acquisitions and Dispositions

<div>JOIN OUR TEAM
Bridge33 Capital is a rapidly growing, vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on open-air strip retail real estate. The Company recently raised $458 MM in its latest opportunistic fund, marking a key milestone in the Company&rsquo;s growth. We offer a work environment for excellent candidates to join a dynamic, enthusiastic team and grow along with our Company.
We are seeking a Senior Real Estate Counsel, Leasing &amp; Operations to provide comprehensive support for our real estate operations across multiple business units including Leasing, Property Management, Tenant Coordination, Construction, and Asset Management. This involves drafting, negotiating, and interpreting real estate documents and agreements, providing legal counsel on real estate disputes and litigation matters, and managing legal processes that support core business objectives. This is a primarily in-person position based in our downtown Seattle office.
MISSION
We build relationships and create value where others don&rsquo;t. 
KEY PRINCIPLES
We&rsquo;re Better Together | We&rsquo;re Here to Serve | We crush our egos, and we have empathy for teammates | We stay positive | We embrace accountability, and we champion results.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES<ul>
<li>
Provide legal counsel to internal departments on real estate matters. Work closely with business units including Leasing, Property Management, Tenant Coordination, Construction, Lease Administration and Asset Management.</li>
<li>Draft, negotiate, and interpret real estate documents, such as leases, construction contracts, amendments, estoppels, SNDAs, waivers, etc., with the assistance of paralegals.</li>
<li>Provide legal support for real estate related disputes and litigation, such as breach of contract, eviction, or damage claims.</li>
<li>Work with Tenant Coordination to ensure timely delivery and documentation of projects, such as tenant improvements, renovations, or expansions.</li>
<li>Manage the accurate creation of all lease exhibits with the help of the respective business units if needed.</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with other company divisions such as Leasing, Asset Management, and Property Management to optimize operations from a legal perspective, providing proactive legal guidance and support to streamline processes, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Review and sign off on deal risks, such as exclusives, JV consents, and lender consents in preparation for Real Estate Committee.</li>
<li>Write and help pursue consent letters/waivers for various lease terms, such as use restrictions, assignment, sublease, or co-tenancy.</li>
<li>Help manage the legal processes that enable our large and diverse portfolio, aligning them with our core business functions and goals.</li>
<li>Utilize, manage, and coordinate with third party counsel if necessary. Effectively communicate expectations, track deadlines, and monitor workflow to ensure timely and cost-effective resolution of legal issues. Maintain strong relationships with outside counsel and proactively manage their performance to align with the company's goals and objectives.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS<ul>
<li>
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.</li>
<li>8-10 years of proven experience practicing real estate law with a focus on retail properties, shopping centers and commercial leasing.</li>
<li>Possess strong collaborative skills across multidisciplinary teams while independently managing multiple concurrent projects and meeting deadlines.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of real estate, contract and business law principles.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and drafting abilities.</li>
<li>Thrives in fast-paced environments with competing priorities and tight deadlines.</li>
<li>Possess skills, abilities and traits that align with the company's Key Principles.
</li><li>Licensed and in good standing to practice law within at least one state in the U.S.</li>
</ul>
Benefits
WHAT WE OFFER<ul>
<li>
Fast paced and dynamic work environment, including frequent interaction with the senior management team.</li>
<li>Generous time off policy</li>
<li>Company sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.</li>
<li>Company paid life insurance.</li>
<li>Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance.</li>
<li>Paid parental leave.</li>
<li>401k plan with Company match</li>
<li>11 paid holidays</li>
</ul>
The annual compensation range is $140,000 - $200,000 and this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance.
Bridge33 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Bridge33 is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department at hr.requests@bridge33capital.com.</div>

Senior Commercial Real Estate Counsel, Leasing & Operations

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

<div>Job Summary:<div> 
Kilpatrick is seeking an associate with at least 3+ years of commercial litigation experience and/or judicial clerkship experience to be based in our Seattle office. 
</div><div></div><div>Candidate must have strong research and writing skills. Excellent law school credentials, including law review, preferred. Former judicial clerks preferred. Excellent oral and written communications skills and attention to detail required. Strong interpersonal skills highly valued.</div> 

Company Overview:<div> 
Kilpatrick is a full-service, international law firm with more than 600 attorneys who work with forward-thinking clients in established and emerging industries to solve their most business-critical matters.</div><div></div><div> 
Kilpatrick attorneys are fully engaged in the success of the firm's clients. We deliver results-oriented counsel for corporations at all stages of the growth cycle, from the challenging demands of financial transactions and securities to the disciplines of intellectual property management. A close collaboration between the firm's practice areas ensures that we are well-positioned to serve all of our clients' needs.</div><div></div><div> 
We serve clients around the world from offices in Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, New York, North Carolina, Texas, Washington, China, Japan, and Sweden. We value our client relationships and are committed to learning and furthering the business, as well as legal goals, of each company we work with.</div><div></div><div> 
We strive at every level to develop beneficial relationships built on trust and mutual respect. We partner with the senior executives and internal counsel of our corporate clients, integrating and sharing tasks as appropriate. We take pride in the fact that clients who hire us once, typically hire us again. Our success is measured by the results we achieve on behalf of our clients, and we commit ourselves, without reservation, to the overriding objective of client satisfaction.</div><div> 
Kilpatrick Townsend &amp; Stockton LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.</div><div> 
Please do not include your Date of Birth or Social Security Number in your application documents.</div></div>

Complex Commercial Litigation Associate (Seattle, WA)

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2>
Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial lawyer to fill the position of Associate Corporate Counsel &ndash; Network Infrastructure, supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com. AWS is at the forefront of the cloud computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and more. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
This attorney will support AWS's network infrastructure. This attorney will be responsible for AWS&rsquo;s subsea and terrestrial network transactions and for managing network regulatory and compliance matters. This attorney will be responsible for identifying opportunities for automation and simplification and implementing scalable mechanisms to recognize these opportunities. This attorney will also be responsible for resolving legal issues that arise in commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation legal disputes.
 
 
We&rsquo;re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, enjoys working hard and being challenged, and demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>2+ years of legal experience</li><li>Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent</li><li>Knowledge of the ethical considerations surrounding AI in the legal context, such as confidentiality, accuracy, and bias prevention</li><li>Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>Knowledge of IT infrastructure, outsourcing, telecommunications, cloud computing services or equivalent</li></ul> 
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;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 $118,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,700/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal - Network Infrastructure

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud provider, trusted by millions of technology customers around the world - including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies.
 
 
We are looking for a talented attorney to join the AWS Legal team supporting infrastructure technology (development, supply chain, security and procurement) that all AWS cloud services and customers rely upon. You will work directly with business teams to develop and launch new hardware, manage its global supply chain, and resolve security, compliance, and other risk issues related to AWS infrastructure. You will also help identify, counsel on, and mitigate a wide array of commercial, operational, regulatory, and compliance issues.
 
 
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about technology, loves a challenge, demonstrates sound judgment in ambiguous situations, and effectively collaborates with peers, clients, and stakeholders. 
 
This position will be based in Seattle, WA. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
<ul><li>Structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial and technology-related agreements, including development, supply, manufacturing services, software licensing, services, and other bespoke agreements.</li><li>Supporting and directly advising business partners on legal, commercial, operational, regulatory, and other risks.</li><li>Developing, advising on, and implementing vendor engagement, contractual, and negotiation strategies.</li><li>Collaborating cross-functionally to identify and resolve commercial, operational, compliance, regulatory, security, safety, legal, and customer/vendor issues.</li></ul> 
About the team 
We raise the bar for innovation, resiliency, and security of AWS infrastructure technology by providing best-in-class legal service. We are business owners who bring a legal perspective, instead of solely providing legal advice. We drive delivery of the best outcomes for AWS customers by anticipating risk and balancing mitigation with the need for speed and innovation. Where possible, we solve for risk and speed simultaneously through creative thinking and durable mechanisms.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>2+ years of legal experience</li><li>Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>Experience in transactional work, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts or equivalent</li><li>Knowledge of IT/technology transactions or equivalent</li><li>Knowledge of specific legal AI tools (like CoCounsel, Spellbook, or Harvey AI) and their benefits</li><li>Experience working cross-functionally and driving decision making among stakeholders with competing goals</li><li>Experience with complex commercial/legal concepts and drafting, ability to quickly read and interpret legal terminology and reasoning</li><li>Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor</li><li>Enthusiasm for technology</li></ul> 
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;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 $118,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,700/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Infrastructure Legal

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