Could be a great inhouse job, but... - Corporate Counsel Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Feb 4, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Overall comp can be better than a law firm, depending on how stock performs. Casual dress policy. Bring dogs to office. Colleagues tend to be young and fun. Opportunity to work very closely with business and on several non-legal issues, and with very senior members of leadership.

Cons

Lots of managers who shouldn't be managers - lack empathy and are generally bullies. Comp seems to top out 3rd and 4th year, with a significant dip during 5th year, even if you get promoted. Asked and expected to perform a lot of duties outside of the reasonable scope of an attorney. Major lack of diversity in leadership, both persons of color and women. Forced stack ranking. Very few people last longer than 3-4 years, unsustainable to maintain a long term career.

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5.0
May 17, 2026
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Pros

-Great team and manager -Lots of resources to learn -Flexible

Cons

-Pace can be brutal -Can have lots of meetings

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Really smart people, a lot of opportunity for growth, always encouraged to be innovative, think big, and create something new. Competitive salary and benefits with other major tech companies. 100% self motivating work environment. No dress code and 4 legged friends are welcome.

Cons

You have to be self motivated. NO ONE will hold your hand and tell you that you're doing a great job. If you need constant affirmations from management, this company isn't for you.

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