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Amazon.com is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to support its work on M&A, joint ventures, investments, and other strategic transactions in India. The candidate must have a strong M&A, joint ventures, and investments background and be able to manage large and complex transactions with tight deadlines, as well as research and advise on transactional and general corporate matters and work effectively with outside counsel. The candidate must be flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary. A minimum of ten years of relevant M&A, joint ventures, and investments experience as a corporate transactions attorney is required. Relevant experience with acquisitions, joint ventures, and investments in the technology sector and/or start-up or early stage companies is preferred but not required. Preferred location for the role is Mumbai. Key job responsibilities Lead complex M&A, joint ventures, investments, and other strategic transactions Provide strategic guidance to Corporate Development and business teams Structure, draft, and negotiate transaction documents Ensure regulatory compliance Support portfolio company management Drive cross-border transaction execution Manage relationships with external counsel - Bachelors degree in law - 12+ years of post-qualification experience - 10+ years of experience as a corporate transactions attorney focused on M&A, joint ventures, and investments - At least five years of major law firm experience - Familiarity with a wide variety of transaction types (e.g., private company, public company, stock purchase, asset purchase, cross-border, joint ventures, minority investments, etc.) in India - Experience with M&A, joint ventures, and investments involving technology companies and/or startups - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - Sound and practical business judgment - A proven ability to manage a large number and variety of mission-critical projects, working independently and often in ambiguous and fast-paced environments
