Description Amazon’s Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial lawyer to fill the position of Associate Corporate Counsel in Sydney. The role will support Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and growing business at the forefront of the cloud computing and IT service industry. Key job responsibilities This Associate Corporate Counsel will support AWS’s Sales, Marketing and Business Development activities around the Asia-Pacific region, with primary focus on Australia & New Zealand. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting a range of IT service agreements, technology licensing agreements and other high-value agreements with AWS’s enterprise customers and partners. They will also lead key regional and global initiatives to address emerging regulatory and policy issues, and to support the growth of AWS’s business. In this role, you will provide strategic and day-to-day advice for senior executives and other leaders, work on key business development initiatives, global expansion activities, and regulatory issues, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. The successful candidate will be proactive, entrepreneurial, enjoy being challenged, have strong written and oral communication skills, and demonstrate sound, pragmatic judgment in ambiguous situations. Compensation will be based on experience and includes equity compensation. Basic Qualifications - Law degree (LLB, JD or equivalent) from a leading law school. - Currently admitted to practice law. - 2+ years of legal experience. More experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Preferred Qualifications - Experience at a leading law firm or technology company. - Familiarity with IT infrastructure, outsourcing, telecommunications, cloud computing, AI/ML, or consulting contracts. - Familiarity with privacy and data protection laws. - Transactional experience Acknowledgement of country: In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. IDE statement: 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’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.