Corporate Counsel, Payments Legal

Job ID : | Amazon.com Services LLCWork hard, have fun, and make history with Amazon's legal team. We are looking for a talented attorney to support our rapidly growing and evolving payments businesses. This attorney will be responsible for counseling the Amazon Payments business teams on product and service launches, negotiating complex transactions with financial service partners, and advising on commercial, regulatory, and compliance related initiatives in the payments and financial services space.Lawyers at Amazon are trusted members of the business. Developing innovative solutions to novel legal questions is part of our daily business. The role covers a broad spectrum of legal issues, including new program development in regulated areas, product counseling and providing day‑to‑day advice, strategic contract and partnership negotiations, and resolving issues that arise in commercial relationships. A successful candidate will have a strong regulatory and transactional background and be hard‑working, proactive, entrepreneurial and able to apply sound, pragmatic judgment in ambiguous situations. Prior experience in payments, credit / lending, or financial services is a plus.Key job responsibilitiesAdvise the business on regulatory and compliance mattersProvide product development adviceStructure, draft and negotiate commercial agreements related to domestic and international payment and credit / lending productsProvide ongoing legal counseling on a wide range of mattersBasic Qualifications5+ years of legal experienceJuris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalentExperience of a mix of corporate law firm and in‑house workPreferred QualificationsExperience with financial services, payments or e-commerceExperience in transactional work, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts or equivalentExperience in Payments LawExperience working directly with government officials and regulatory bodiesExperience working cross‑functionally across several teamsExperience partnering with business leaders in highly complex and dynamic business settingsAmazon 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.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 https : / / amazon.jobs / en / benefits.USA, NY, New York - 169,300.00 - 229,000.00 USD annuallyUSA, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annuallyUSA, WA, Seattle - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annuallyJ-18808-Ljbffr#J-18808-Ljbffr