Assistant General Counsel Jobs in Seattle, WA
Assistant General Counsel jobs in Seattle, Washington are available now at employers like Amazon, Remitly, and Nordstrom and other local employers, from entry level to senior. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
Amazon is looking for a talented attorney to support our rapidly growing and evolving payments businesses. You will serve as the primary attorney responsible for counseling the business on a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters in the payments and financial services space. You will work directly with the business, providing commercial and regulatory counsel on key strategic initiatives, providing day-to-day advice, resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.
Key job responsibilities
Principal duties include structuring novel payments and financial services programs, interacting with financial regulators, supporting regulatory compliance functions in the US and internationally, and providing ongoing legal counseling in a wide range of legal areas.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of post bar admission legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience in technology and commercial transactions or businesses
- Experience with financial services, payments or e-commerce
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working closely with and advising senior executives of an organization or equivalent
- Experience working independently and directly with all levels of legal and business partners or equivalent
- Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Experience with payments regulatory frameworks
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, SEATTLE
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: 183,100.00 - 247,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is looking for a talented attorney to support our rapidly growing and evolving payments businesses. You will serve as the primary attorney responsible for counseling the business on a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters in the payments and financial services space. You will work directly with the business, providing commercial and regulatory counsel on key strategic initiatives, providing day-to-day advice, resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.
Key job responsibilities
Principal duties include structuring novel payments and financial services programs, interacting with financial regulators, supporting regulatory compliance functions in the US and internationally, and providing ongoing legal counseling in a wide range of legal areas.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of post bar admission legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- Experience in technology and commercial transactions or businesses
- Experience with financial services, payments or e-commerce
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working closely with and advising senior executives of an organization or equivalent
- Experience working independently and directly with all levels of legal and business partners or equivalent
- Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Experience with payments regulatory frameworks
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, SEATTLE
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: 183,100.00 - 247,700.00 USD annually
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Assistant General Counsel Jobs in Seattle: Frequently Asked Questions
How many assistant general counsel jobs are there in Seattle?
There are 38+ assistant general counsel openings in Seattle, Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as Seattle employers hire.
Which companies hire assistant general counsels in Seattle?
Seattle assistant general counsel roles are posted by Amazon, Remitly, and Nordstrom and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote assistant general counsel jobs in Seattle?
Yes. About 7% of assistant general counsel openings tied to Seattle are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around Seattle.
Which industries hire the most assistant general counsels in Seattle?
The sectors hiring the most assistant general counsels in Seattle are Retail, Technology & Software, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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