About this opportunity
Amazon Inc. lists this Corporate Counsel, Amazon Books opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job ID: | Amazon.com Services LLC
Amazon Books Legal is hiring a strategic legal advisor for the Books content acquisition teams. In this role, you’ll partner directly with the business to support relationships with the biggest traditional publishers across both ebook and print formats. That means negotiating, drafting, and interpreting the contractual terms that shape how publisher content reaches readers. Beyond transactional execution, you’ll need high judgment and intellectual curiosity to dive deep into the nuances of our business models, services, and operations to find creative solutions and drive innovation in an established and growing business.
Key job responsibilities
Serve as primary legal counsel for content acquisition teams
Provide legal guidance on product and program development, pricing, and regulatory compliance
Negotiate and draft content licensing and purchase agreements
Manage vendor disputes; coordinate with outside counsel and internal litigation teams on consumer litigation
Partner with cross-functional teams (PR, public policy) on go-to-market strategies
Advise on AI-powered features
About the team
We are a forward-thinking legal group committed to supporting Amazon's mission of customer-centric innovation. We value intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business strategies.
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of legal experience
Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working at a corporate law firm
Experience in intellectual property or content licensing
Experience in digital media, publishing, or subscription services
Demonstrated ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in fast-paced environments
Experience managing vendor disputes or litigation
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 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 .
USA, WA, Seattle - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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