Senior Corporate Counsel - Environmental Litigation & Regulatory

POSITION SUMMARY:   The Senior Corporate Counsel - Environmental Litigation & Regulatory is responsible for managing and providing legal counseling and advice to the Company on a wide range of environmental, regulatory and toxic tort claims, demands, investigations, litigation and other legal matters. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:   Manage a diverse portfolio of environmental and related matters, including CERCLA/Superfund, property damage, toxic tort, negligence, nuisance, trespass, indemnity, insurance coverage, and other claims and litigation. Provide legal and strategic support to cross‑functional teams (Engineering & Environmental Compliance, Sustainability, Post Collections Operations Support, and others) on environmental and regulatory compliance, disclosures, investigations, remedial actions, Superfund projects, transaction diligence, and internal policies, procedures, and training. Advise the Company on federal, state, and local environmental statutes and regulations, including RCRA, CERCLA, the Clean Water Act, the Clean Air Act, and EPA and state landfill gas monitoring requirements. Support the Company’s Risk Management function on environmental and pollution claims, insurance policy interpretation, coverage issues, and claim investigation and resolution. Analyze case law, regulatory developments, and enforcement trends, and provide practical legal recommendations to mitigate risk and support business objectives. Prepare and manage legal budgets, recommend litigation reserves, and oversee cost‑effective resolution strategies. Select, manage, and oversee outside counsel and internal legal resources, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with Company standards. Support all phases of litigation and regulatory proceedings, including expert witness selection and defense, preparation of Company and third‑party witnesses, depositions, hearings, trials, and regulatory meetings. Participate in mediation and other alternative dispute resolution processes, and attend significant depositions, hearings, regulatory proceedings, and trials as required. Contribute to internal reporting, Legal Department administration, and Company policy development; deliver training to management and personnel; perform other related duties as assigned, including overnight travel outside of Arizona. Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent QUALIFICATIONS:   8 years of relevant legal experience performing the types of work described above, including experience in a large, multi‑state corporate or legal environment and prior in‑house counsel experience - preferred. Strong substantive legal knowledge, including federal, state, and local statutes and regulations applicable to publicly traded organizations, with experience advising clients in a unionized environment. Demonstrated ability to independently analyze complex legal issues, including case law review, risk assessment, and development of practical, business‑focused recommendations, supported by excellent judgment and decision‑making skills. Exceptional communication, organizational, and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively across teams, and communicate clearly and persuasively in both written and oral form. High integrity and professionalism, with a strong record of sound judgment, discretion, and ethical conduct. Availability for overnight travel, as business needs require. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   JD; licensed to practice law and in good standing Minimum of seven years of experience as a practicing attorney 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.   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 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 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 combinin