Legal Counsel, Amazon Leo
AmazonLondon, England, United Kingdom
Added 19 Aug · still live
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2419 (67% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Amazon is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Description
Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
Key job responsibilities
We are looking for a talented lawyer to join the Amazon Legal team supporting Amazon Leo. You will be embedded with the Amazon Leo's ground infrastructure services and operations teams (ground gateways, networking infrastructure), with a focus on transactions in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). You will structure, draft, and negotiate a range of agreements (e.g., agreements needed to contract for gateway sites, and to construct and operate ground gateways), and counsel the business team on legal issues related to Amazon Leo’s ground infrastructure. The successful candidate will develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways and build processes that address risk and allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about technology, enjoys being continually challenged, and demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations.
A day in the life
You will structure, draft, and negotiate a range of agreements, and counsel the business team on various legal issues related to ground infrastructure (real estate, construction, telecom). The successful candidate will develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways and build processes that address risk and allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly.
Basic Qualifications
Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
Key job responsibilities
We are looking for a talented lawyer to join the Amazon Legal team supporting Amazon Leo. You will be embedded with the Amazon Leo's ground infrastructure services and operations teams (ground gateways, networking infrastructure), with a focus on transactions in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). You will structure, draft, and negotiate a range of agreements (e.g., agreements needed to contract for gateway sites, and to construct and operate ground gateways), and counsel the business team on legal issues related to Amazon Leo’s ground infrastructure. The successful candidate will develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways and build processes that address risk and allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about technology, enjoys being continually challenged, and demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations.
A day in the life
You will structure, draft, and negotiate a range of agreements, and counsel the business team on various legal issues related to ground infrastructure (real estate, construction, telecom). The successful candidate will develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways and build processes that address risk and allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly.
Basic Qualifications
- License to practice law in Europe, US or other common law jurisdiction
- Experience with commercial agreements and commercial transactions
- 5+ years post qualified experience as a lawyer
- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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Company - Amazon UK Services Ltd.
Job ID: A10435857
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2419 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~62k in sampleP25 £27k~P75 £44k
£23kmedian £36kgoing rate £42k£44k
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Not necessarily. Amazon holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2419 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.