Jobs · Legal · Washington

Corporate Counsel, Labor & Employment

Amazon · Seattle, WA · 1 wk ago
LegalFull-time

Key job responsibilities

  • Serve as lead supervising counsel on complex employment litigation matters including class actions, PAGA claims, and high-exposure single-plaintiff cases
  • Develop comprehensive litigation strategy and manage sophisticated case portfolios from complaint through resolution
  • Absess, select, and supervise outside counsel on high-stakes employment litigation matters
  • Provide litigation risk assessments and strategic recommendations to senior leadership

About the team

The Labor & Employment team provides strategic legal guidance on the full spectrum of employment matters. We're a collaborative, high-performing team that values practical judgment, business partnership, and innovative problem-solving. We prioritize professional development, and are proud to offer an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.

Basic Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
  • 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience
  • 5+ years of litigation experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Experience defending class/complex wage-hour litigation
  • 5+ years of experience in employment litigation
  • Law firm litigation background with experience handling employment matters
  • Experience as first or second chair in employment litigation matters

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