Corporate Counsel - Compliance & Safety, WW Ops

Amazon’s Legal Department is looking for a talented Corporate Counsel to support its rapidly growing and evolving operations businesses in India. Amazon offers its in-house lawyers the opportunity to develop their experience and career with one of the world’s most recognized and dynamic brands.

Lawyers at Amazon are trusted members of the business. Our work is intellectually challenging, exciting, and fast-paced. Applying sound legal judgment to novel regulatory questions is part of our daily job. Like everyone at Amazon, we are passionate about our customers.

Key job responsibilities This role sits within Amazon’s Operations Legal team in India, supporting four business verticals: Workplace Health & Safety, Analytics Risk & Compliance, Sustainability, and Human Rights & Social Impact. As a trusted legal advisor, you will:

1. Advise on occupational health and safety obligations covering people on site, drivers, and vehicles across Amazon’s operations network in India.

1. Identify compliance requirements and restrictions related to the movement of goods via air, rail, and other networks, engaging with regulatory authorities such as Indian Railways and the DGCA.

1. Provide guidance on laws governing the storage and transportation of regulated products - including food, drugs & cosmetics, medical devices, chemicals, and hazardous substances - and support compliance with applicable product safety standards.

1. Advocate for Amazon’s sustainability and environment charters, ensuring operations meet environmental commitments within the legal framework.

1. Support cross-functional teams on initiatives under Amazon’s Supplier Code of Conduct and social responsibility charter.

The role requires working cross-functionally with technical teams to implement compliance strategy, advise on regulatory changes, support adoption of global policies in India, and counsel compliance partners on day-to-day issues. You will also handle pre-litigation disputes, coordinate with outside counsel, and identify process improvement opportunities.

A day in the life This role requires you to be enthusiastic, pragmatic, curious, and comfortable navigating ambiguity with sound judgment and practical risk calibration. On any given day, you will: