Corporate Counsel Brazil International Stores

Amazon's Legal Department is seeking a talented business lawyer to support our rapidly growing and evolving real estate in Brazil. This is an individual contributor position based in São Paulo. Key job responsibilities- Negotiate and draft real estate agreements including purchase and sale agreements, ground leases, build-to-suit leases, and development agreements as well as construction contracts.- Partner with business teams to structure real estate transactions and construction projects that meet Amazon's operational needs while managing legal and business risks.- Advise on land use, zoning and permitting strategies to support facility development.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Tax, and Construction to drive projects from site selection through facility launch.- Develop creative solutions to complex legal issues that arise during real estate acquisition and development.- Support post-acquisition matters including construction contracts, property management agreements, and operational issues.- Identify and mitigate legal risks in real estate transactions and development projects.- Drive continuous improvement in legal and other processes to increase efficiency and scalability across the real estate portfolio. Basic Qualifications: - 8+ years of legal experience- Bachelor's degree in Law with Brazil Bar association (OAB)- Excellent communication skills, both in Portuguese and English (fluency).- Experience in technology and the e-commerce industry or equivalent- Experience managing internal stakeholder relationships and working successfully across organizations- Experience working independently and directly with all levels of legal and business partners or equivalent- Demonstrated ability to analyze and assess business processes/products, spot issues, and structure practical solutions Preferred Qualifications: - Experience navigating complex regulatory environments and providing strategic legal counsel in fast-paced, high-growth settings- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house workOur 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.