Sr Corporate Counsel - Corporate Services (Real Estate)
Republic · Arizona
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POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Corporate Counsel – Corporate Services (Real Estate) is responsible for providing real estate legal advice and transactional support for the Company’s real estate portfolio. The incumbent will provide legal services and play a critical role supporting the Company’s operations in the environmental services industry throughout the United States and Canada.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides legal and professional support to Company personnel regarding all aspects of real estate matters for the Company’s operations (real estate, construction, and facilities management transactions, land use and development).
Reviews, drafts, structures, and negotiates complex transactional documents, including real estate purchase and sale documents, lease documents, easements, construction agreements, sales in lieu of condemnation, nondisclosure agreements, term sheets and letters of intent.
Reviews and analyzes title reports, surveys and other due diligence.
Drafts and contributes to reports for the Company’s Chief Legal Officer and senior management.
Manages outside counsel, legal budgets and spend.
Collaborates with other members of the legal department, providing real estate subject matter expertise.
Provides guidance on compliance and training to management, corporate and field personnel.
Assists with drafting form agreement templates, and creation of processes and procedures.
Performs special projects in support of the legal team’s goals and Company initiatives.
Overnight travel may be required.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 10 years of experience performing the types of legal work identified above (industrial and commercial experience preferred).
Experience working in a large, multi-state corporate or legal environment; or as in-house counsel.
Excellent judgment; high integrity; and strong collaboration skills.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes and regulations applicable to publicly-traded organizations.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills as well as organizational and time management skills.
Outstanding legal drafting skills.
Proven ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of diverse real estate transactions in a fast-paced environment.
Able to identify and evaluate legal risks, recommend and develop solutions, and problem solve in support of the Company’s business goals.
Ability to independently make decisions regarding complex legal issues and drive transactions to a successful conclusion.
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. 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 and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
Safe : We protect the livelihoods of
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