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Director Legal Corporate Services

Republic · Arizona

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POSITION SUMMARY:   The Director, Corporate Services is responsible for leading a team of attorneys and other legal professionals in providing advice and counsel on matters managed by the Legal Department’s Corporate Services team, with an emphasis on corporate transactional, securities and corporate governance matters. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:   Manages a team of legal counsel, paralegals and other legal professionals providing legal and professional support to the Company across a broad range of corporate, strategic and legal matters, including M&A transactions, antitrust compliance, joint ventures, securities filings, investments, corporate finance, corporate governance and general corporate matters Supervises the provision of legal support with respect to securities matters, including in connection with current, quarterly and annual reports as well as proxy statements filed with the SEC, Section 16 filings, earnings releases, securities offerings and financing transactions Provides advice and counseling to internal clients, including operations and corporate personnel, regarding other matters within the Corporate Services legal team, including support on business development, sustainability, emerging business, corporate governance, tax, political contribution compliance, and intellectual property matters, among others Drafts and otherwise contributes to reports to the Company’s Chief Legal Officer, senior management and auditors Provides regular coaching and guidance to team, supports career development; manages performance through timely feedback and mid-year and annual review discussions; and provides opportunities for growth Prepares legal budgets and recommend reserves Selects and manages outside counsel and internal legal staff Provides training to management, corporate and field personnel Assists with creating, updating and maintaining agreement templates and policies and procedures associated with the Corporate Services legal team support responsibilities Performs special projects in support of the legal team’s goals and initiatives Works extended hours, as required Overnight travel may be required Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent QUALIFICATIONS:   Experience working in a large, multi-state corporate or legal environment In-house counsel experience Knowledge of federal, state and local statutes and regulations applicable to publicly traded organizations A proven track record demonstrating the ability to independently make decisions regarding complex legal and corporate issues Outstanding written and oral communications Outstanding organizational and time management skills Strong collaboration skills Excellent judgment High integrity MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   JD; licensed to practice law and in good standing Minimum of 10 years of legal experience on transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, securities and corporate governance matters This position is a hybrid role based at Republic Service's headquarters in Phoenix, AZ. Hybrid is 4-days per week onsite, and 1-day remote. This position will not be eligible to be fully remote. Rewarding Compensation and Benefits Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.  • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.   ABOUT THE COMPANY Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world. In 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills. Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer. Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations a

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