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.
Requirements
5+ years of legal experience
Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
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.
USA, WA, Seattle - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
Additional Information
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
Amazon.com · Seattle, WA