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Republic Services

Senior Corporate Counsel (Employment)

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Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Provides legal counsel on employment matters and manages litigation for Republic Services
13d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Phoenix, AZ
Office Full-Time
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
compliance monitoring
regulatory liaison
litigation management
training design
policy development
legal reporting
  • Monitors new employment related laws, regulations, and decisions to provide strategic advice and support HR with compliance.
  • Coordinates inquiries and investigations with government agencies, including state and federal regulatory agencies such as the Department of Labor and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
  • Works collaboratively with Corporate and Field HR teams and respond to day-to-day issues raised to identify legal risk, mitigate exposure, and provide recommendations for resolution.
  • Designs and provides training to management, corporate, and field personnel on various employment law topics.
  • Drafts and contributes to reports to the organization’s Chief Legal Officer, senior management, and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
  • Partners with other departments on the development and implementation of cross-functional projects and initiatives that include employment law components.
  • Manages internal legal staff and collaborates with internal stakeholders.
  • Oversees litigation, disputes, and administrative matters, including the development of case and litigation strategy, managing outside counsel and related legal expenses and budgets, and reviewing pleadings and other documents.
  • Leads employment law projects and assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Provides legal and professional support to the organization on employment matters, including local, state and federal compliance (e.g. ADA, ADEA, Title VII, FMLA, and FLSA), corrective actions, wage and hour, leaves of absence, and accommodations.
  • Supports internal employment investigations, including protecting attorney-client/work product nature of the investigation and appropriate documentation of actions.
What you bring
jd
licensed
10+ years
federal statutes
unionized
judgment
  • Experience working in a large, multi-state corporate or legal environment; or as in-house counsel.
  • JD; licensed to practice law and in good standing.
  • 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.
  • Experience advising clients in a unionized environment.
  • Minimum of seven years of experience as a practicing attorney.
  • Excellent judgment; high integrity; and strong collaboration skills.
Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Retirement plan with a generous company match.
  • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
  • Employee discount programs.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Great Place to Work
  • Short- and long-term disability.
  • Overnight travel may be required.
  • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
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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