Amazon’s Legal Department is looking for a talented lawyer and a Company Secretary based in Gurugram to support Amazon Web Services, the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, offering cloud computing and IT services in such areas as compute, storage, databases, internet of things, machine learning, quantum technologies, robotics, as well as providing training, digital transformation consulting and more. The position is based in Gurugram and is for a fixed term of 3 years. Key job responsibilities The Associate Corporate Counsel will play a pivotal role in supporting AWS's operations in India, seamlessly blending legal expertise with company secretarial duties. Acting as both legal counsel and company secretary, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, product, and cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal guidance. They will also be responsible for maintaining proper corporate governance, overseeing regulatory filings, managing board meetings and resolutions, and ensuring compliance with various Indian statutes including the Companies Act and other applicable laws. This role requires a strong grasp of both corporate law and company secretarial duties in India, helping AWS effectively manage its legal and compliance obligations. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, have strong written and oral communication skills, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. ### Basic qualifications - 3+ years of legal experience - Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work - Experience in contracting and legal compliance review - Experience within a law firm, government agency, or in-house legal department, with responsibility for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating the legal terms of a broad range of commercial contracts - LL.B. (undergraduate law degree) from a recognized Indian university - Associate Membership (ACS) with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), along with a current valid membership - Experience in interpreting and applying relevant Indian laws and regulations in a business context ### Preferred qualifications - Experience working within a high-growth, technology company - Knowledge of IT infrastructure, outsourcing, telecommunications, cloud computing services or equivalent - Understanding of intellectual property, competition and privacy issues. 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.