About this opportunity
Amazon Inc. lists this Corporate Counsel, Real Estate, NA Ops Real Estate opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Amazon is seeking a strategic, business-minded real estate attorney to support the development, expansion, and management of our Operations logistics sites. You'll work at forefront of real estate development on high-value, complex projects while inventing new ways to work with AI.
Key Job Responsibilities
Lead legal strategy on complex commercial real estate transactions — build-to-suit agreements, purchase and sale agreements, leases, and development contracts — for Amazon's logistics facilities
Serve as strategic legal advisor to business partners across Operations on real estate matters impacting network growth, site launches, and facility operations
Identify and proactively flag legal and business risks in real estate transactions, providing practical solutions that balance risk mitigation with speed to launch
Manage and direct outside counsel on title review, environmental due diligence, and complex negotiations — owning legal strategy while maintaining quality and cost discipline
Advise on land use, zoning, entitlements, and permitting strategies across diverse regulatory environments
Collaborate cross-functionally with Real Estate, Operations, Finance, Tax, Construction, and Environmental teams to drive projects from site selection through launch
Structure creative deal solutions for novel legal and business challenges, including first‑impression issues in new asset types and emerging business lines
Support post‑acquisition and post‑lease matters including construction contracts, property management agreements, landlord disputes, and ongoing operational real estate issues
Drive process improvements and leverage AI and legal technology to increase efficiency and scalability across the operations real estate legal function
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of post bar admission legal experience
Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
Experience in Real Estate Law
Knowledge of the ethical considerations surrounding AI in the legal context, such as confidentiality, accuracy, and bias prevention
Preferred Qualifications
Can distill complex legal issues into clear, concise business guidance
Can use AI for legal research, contract analysis, or document review experience
A day in the life
No two days are the same. Some days may be knee-deep in a lease or development agreement negotiation, while the next could be strategizing on the real estate implications of a new business line that Amazon is getting into. Other days will involve inventing ways to scale Legal's impact using AI or strategizing on the best land use approach in a new jurisdiction. Throughout, you'll be moving at a rapid pace and making hard judgement calls - not just drafting contracts.
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, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
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. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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