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Republic Services

Sr. Corporate Counsel - Risk & Safety

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Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Provides legal counsel on risk, safety, claims, litigation and compliance.
7d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Phoenix, AZ
Hybrid
Company Size
42,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Non‑hazardous solid waste collection
Waste transfer
Waste disposal
Recycling services
Energy services
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Manufacturing
Retail
Special Waste
Hazardous Waste
Recycling
Role
What you would be doing
claims management
litigation support
risk mitigation
safety compliance
insurance advisory
training delivery

The Senior Corporate Counsel (Risk & Safety) is responsible for managing and providing legal advice regarding a wide range of claims, litigation, investigations, and other risk management, safety, and related insurance matters. Senior Corporate Counsel provide legal services and play a critical role supporting the Company’s operations in the environmental services industry throughout the United States and Canada.

  • Advises on insurance coverage, joint defense, indemnity and hold harmless agreements.
  • Provides training to management and corporate and field personnel.
  • Manages claims and litigation relating to alleged bodily injury, property damage, negligence, and nuisance; and provides support related to indemnity and insurance coverage, including by working with third-party claims administrator and claims adjusters.
  • Provides legal and professional support to the organization related to risk management, safety, and related insurance matters.
  • Drafts and contributes to reports to the organization’s Chief Legal Officer, senior management, auditors, and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
  • Provides advice and counsel regarding the Company’s drug and alcohol testing program, including Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
  • Mitigates risk and provides strategic recommendations and advice relating to regulatory changes and support of companywide compliance programs.
  • Litigation support includes selecting and managing outside counsel and internal staff; communicating key case updates internally and supporting external communications; preparing legal budgets and recommended reserves; supporting the selection, preparation, disclosures, deposition, and defense of Company and expert witnesses; and participating in select depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials of significance.
  • Partners with Risk Department and provides legal support related to incident investigation, insurance, loss/exposure, policies and procedures, training, and other matters.
  • Partners with the Safety Department and provides legal support related to safety initiatives, citations, investigations, policies and procedures, training, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and state agency inquiries, and other matters.
What you bring
jd
licensed
10 years
regulations
judgment
collaboration
  • Experience working in a large, multi-state corporate or legal environment; or as in-house counsel.
  • Overnight travel required.
  • Outstanding written and oral communications skills as well as organizational and time management skills.
  • At least 10 years of experience performing the types of legal work identified above.
  • 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, including a strong ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations to business partners.
  • JD; licensed to practice law and in good standing
  • Minimum of seven years of experience as a practicing attorney
  • Excellent judgment; high integrity; and strong collaboration skills.
Benefits

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.

Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1981
Year Founded
Established as a regional waste hauler.
$16 Billion
2024 Revenue
Annual revenue achieved in 2024.
$2+ Billion
2024 Net Income
Net income for the year 2024.
  • It operates collection, transfer, recycling centers, landfills and energy‑from‑waste facilities across the U.S.
  • Typical projects include curbside residential pickup, commercial/industrial waste hauling, recycling operations and landfill gas‑to‑energy plants.
  • Specialisms span residential and commercial collection, industrial waste services, recycling processing, hazardous waste treatment, and renewable energy generation.
Culture + Values
  • Safe – We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
  • Committed to Serve – We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
  • Environmentally Responsible – We take action to improve our environment.
  • Driven – We deliver results in the right way.
  • Human-centered – We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
Environment + Sustainability
35% emissions reduction
Net-zero greenhouse gas target
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2030, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
15% emissions reduction
Early achievement of interim target
Reduced operational greenhouse gas emissions by 15% as of 2023, meeting the 2025 interim target two years early.
40% material recovery increase
Resource recovery goal
Aims to increase the recovery of key materials by 40% by 2030, supporting circularity and resource efficiency.
50% biogas reuse increase
Biogas beneficial reuse target
Committed to increasing biogas sent to beneficial reuse by 50% by 2030, enhancing renewable energy generation.
  • Open five new renewable natural gas plants; renewable-energy portfolio includes 86 projects
  • Deploy collision-avoidance cameras on collection trucks (2,200+ units)
  • Pace electrification: goal for 50% of new refuse vehicle purchases to be EVs by 2028
  • Initiatives include landfill-gas-to-energy, polymer center for plastics circularity, recycling and organics programs
  • Employee engagement goal: maintain ≥ 88% by 2030 (supports sustainability culture)
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Ethnically Diverse Workforce
Diverse Workforce Representation
Half of the company's workforce is composed of ethnically diverse individuals, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity.
38% Leadership Roles by Women
Women in Top Leadership
38% of top leadership positions within the company are held by women, showcasing progress toward gender equality.
$75.8M with Diverse Suppliers
Diverse Supplier Spending
The company spent $75.8 million with certified diverse suppliers in 2022, aiming for $150 million by 2025.
82% Employee Satisfaction
Employee Satisfaction Rating
82% of employees rated the company as a great place to work in a 2024 survey, reflecting a supportive workplace culture.
  • Established MOSAIC Council in 2013 to drive inclusion efforts, including recruiting partnerships, training, leadership development, and business resource group support.
  • Removed college-degree requirements for many roles to broaden access and inclusivity.
  • Aims to achieve 50% diversity in leadership roles by 2030.
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