About the role
We are seeking a seasoned employment litigator to serve as lead counsel managing high-stakes employment litigation across U.S. locations. This role requires deep litigation expertise to direct complex class actions and arbitrations, single-plaintiff matters, and regulatory investigations from inception through trial. This position offers direct impact on Amazon's most critical employment disputes at one of the world's most innovative companies. <br/><br/>Key job responsibilities<br/>- Serve as lead supervising counsel on complex employment litigation matters including class actions, PAGA claims, and high-exposure single-plaintiff cases <br/>- Develop comprehensive litigation strategy and manage sophisticated case portfolios from complaint through resolution <br/>- Assess, select, and supervise outside counsel on high-stakes employment litigation matters <br/>- Provide litigation risk assessments and strategic recommendations to senior leadership <br/><br/>A day in the life<br/>You'll start your day reviewing class certification briefing for a high-impact wage-hour case. Afternoons could include case strategy sessions with outside counsel, revising dispositive motions, or leading strategy on a mock jury exercise. You'll own strategic case management, working independently while collaborating across Legal, HR, and business teams to achieve favorable litigation outcomes. <br/><br/>About the team<br/>The Labor & Employment team provides strategic legal guidance on the full spectrum of employment matters. We're a collaborative, high-performing team that values practical judgment, business partnership, and innovative problem-solving. We prioritize professional development, and are proud to offer an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.