Corporate Counsel, People and Places

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ABOUT THIS ROLE
Audible is seeking a creative and highly motivated employment attorney with experience in litigating and providing advice on a wide range of labor and employment law matters. The position reports to the Head of Legal People and Places is based in Newark NJ and will be expected to come into the office 5 days per week. It requires the ability to travel on an as needed basis.

As a Corporate Counsel you will...
- Work with internal clients on the People and Places team providing practical advice and counseling regarding general labor and employment issues such as those relating to recruiting hiring diversity equity and inclusion compensation and pay equity talent management discipline and discharge wage and hour time and attendance discrimination disability accommodation wrongful termination HR compliance and other relevant labor and employment issues.
- Manage employment litigation government agency investigations proactive training and administrative charges as well as the assessment selection and supervision of outside counsel
- Conduct training for managers on employment related issues
- Work closely with colleagues on the Audible legal team

ABOUT AUDIBLE
Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners imaginations offering immersive cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. We are a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are dreamers and inventors who are passionate about the positive impact Audible can make for our customers and our neighbors. This spirit courses throughout Audible supporting a culture of creativity and inclusion built on our People Principles and our mission to build more equitable communities in the cities we call home.

- 5 years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

- 5 years experience handling employment litigation with a leading national law firm
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
- Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
- Excellent organizational skills ability to manage multiple projects at once follow through and meet deadlines
- Proven written and oral communication skills
- Proven analytical and computer skills

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $138500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.