Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal
Amazon • Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
No Relocation
Posted: May 29, 2026
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Description
- We are seeking an experienced environmental attorney to be based in Singapore to support Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS provides cloud computing services and IT infrastructure to public and private clients
Description
- We are seeking an experienced environmental attorney to be based in Singapore to support Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS provides cloud computing services and IT infrastructure to public and private clients around the globe, including on-demand compute capacity, data storage, content delivery, browsers, and more. The successful candidate will join the AWS Legal Regulatory Risk Management & Compliance team focusing on environmental compliance and sustainable design of AWS’s global physical infrastructure. This role requires the candidate to be based in Singapore; relocation support will be provided. Key job responsibilities You will be part of a team that counsels Amazon’s data center business and compliance teams on a range of environmental, regulatory, and infrastructure development matters across Asia Pacific. Principal duties include strategizing regional compliance efforts, providing tactical advice on compliance issues, monitoring and advising the business of upcoming environmental regulatory changes, developing and improving compliance policies and programs, working cross-functionally with other data center teams to develop new infrastructure, negotiating commercial transactions with environmental vendors, and handling legal disputes and inquiries from regulators. This role will give the successful candidate an opportunity to join a collaborative, tight-knit team that is leading exciting and pioneering global initiatives as part of a business that is making history. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, pragmatic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations. Competitive salary based on experience and includes equity compensation.
Basic Qualifications
- - 5+ years of legal experience - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent - Knowledge of the ethical considerations surrounding AI in the legal context, such as confidentiality, accuracy, and bias prevention - Experience in transactional and technology licensing or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- - Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work 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.