Amazon
Corporate Counsel - Global Trade, AWS Legal
$154K–$208K
Arlington, VA · Full-time · Posted May 29, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience.
- Education
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent.
- Visa sponsorship
- Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
About the job
Provides legal guidance on export controls and emerging regulatory issues, helping AWS and Amazon develop compliant business strategies for technologies including AI and quantum computing.
What you'll do
- Advise business and legal teams on export control matters and emerging regulations.
- Translate complex legal frameworks into actionable business guidance and compliance strategies.
- Collaborate with global and cross-functional teams on AWS strategic initiatives.
What they ask for
- Comprehensive knowledge of export control and strategic control laws.
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent.
- Experience communicating complex concepts effectively in writing and verbally, and managing complex, fast-moving issues.
Nice to have
- A mix of corporate law firm and in-house work.
- Technology-sector legal compliance experience.
Pay
153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually (base salary)
AI focus
Provide legal solutions for emerging technologies, including AI and quantum computing.
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