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Get Access To All JobsPosition Summary: The Sr 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. 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 the organization related to risk management, safety, and related insurance matters.
- Partners with Risk Department and provides legal support related to incident investigation, insurance, loss/exposure, policies and procedures, training, and other matters.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Advises on insurance coverage, joint defense, indemnity and hold harmless agreements.
- Provides training to management and corporate and field personnel.
- Drafts and contributes to reports to the organization’s Chief Legal Officer, senior management, auditors, and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 10 years of experience performing the types of legal work identified above.
- 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 communications skills as well as organizational and time management skills.
- 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.
- Overnight travel required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- JD; licensed to practice law and in good standing.
- Minimum of seven years of experience as a practicing attorney.
This is an in-office position at our headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. Attractive relocation package included with out-of-state offer.
Risk litigation and/or corporate safety litigation expertise required.
10%-15% travel.
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)
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 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.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
Sustainability Innovation
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. These innovative sites process rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
Our customers are increasingly looking for decarbonization solutions, and we are leveraging our network of landfills to meet that need. Republic is committed to harnessing landfill gas, a natural byproduct of decomposing waste, and converting it to energy. Republic has partnered with renewable gas developers to construct Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plants at our landfills, expanding beyond the 77 projects we currently have to make progress towards our goal to beneficially reuse 50% more biogas by 2030 (2017 baseline year).
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
Position Summary: The Sr 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. 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 the organization related to risk management, safety, and related insurance matters.
- Partners with Risk Department and provides legal support related to incident investigation, insurance, loss/exposure, policies and procedures, training, and other matters.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Advises on insurance coverage, joint defense, indemnity and hold harmless agreements.
- Provides training to management and corporate and field personnel.
- Drafts and contributes to reports to the organization’s Chief Legal Officer, senior management, auditors, and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 10 years of experience performing the types of legal work identified above.
- 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 communications skills as well as organizational and time management skills.
- 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.
- Overnight travel required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- JD; licensed to practice law and in good standing.
- Minimum of seven years of experience as a practicing attorney.
This is an in-office position at our headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. Attractive relocation package included with out-of-state offer.
Risk litigation and/or corporate safety litigation expertise required.
10%-15% travel.
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)
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 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.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
Sustainability Innovation
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. These innovative sites process rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
Our customers are increasingly looking for decarbonization solutions, and we are leveraging our network of landfills to meet that need. Republic is committed to harnessing landfill gas, a natural byproduct of decomposing waste, and converting it to energy. Republic has partnered with renewable gas developers to construct Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plants at our landfills, expanding beyond the 77 projects we currently have to make progress towards our goal to beneficially reuse 50% more biogas by 2030 (2017 baseline year).
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Corporate Counsel
Confirm your bar admission meets TN requirements
TN visa sponsorship for Corporate Counsel requires an LL.B., J.D., or equivalent, plus active bar admission. If you hold a Canadian law degree but aren't admitted to a U.S. bar, document your provincial bar membership carefully, CBP officers will scrutinize the credential match.
Target companies with in-house legal departments
Startups rarely have the internal HR infrastructure to sponsor TN visas for legal roles. Focus on mid-size to large companies with existing legal teams, where in-house counsel positions are budgeted and the HR process for TN documentation is already established.
Search for TN-sponsored legal roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Corporate Counsel openings where employers are already set up to handle TN sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves you from pursuing roles where the hiring team has no TN experience and the offer will stall at the paperwork stage.
Prepare a TN support letter that names your practice area
Your employer's TN support letter must specify the legal work you'll perform, not just your job title. Corporate Counsel covering M&A, commercial contracts, or employment law each require different framing to satisfy CBP's requirement that the role constitutes legal practice.
Understand the Mexican TN consular process before accepting an offer
Mexican citizens can't self-petition at a port of entry the way Canadians can. You'll schedule a consular interview, and processing can add weeks to your start date. Build that timeline into your offer negotiation so your employer sets a realistic onboarding date.
Clarify TN scope if your role spans legal and non-legal duties
If your Corporate Counsel role includes business development, compliance program management, or people management alongside legal work, your support letter must establish that legal practice remains the primary function. Hybrid roles draw CBP scrutiny and can result in TN denial.
Corporate Counsel TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Corporate Counsel role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Corporate Counsel qualifies under the TN visa's lawyer category, which covers legal positions requiring an LL.B., J.D., or equivalent degree plus bar membership. The role must primarily involve the practice of law. In-house positions at U.S. companies are well-established TN fits, provided your support letter clearly describes legal work as your core function.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Corporate Counsel roles?
TN is generally faster and more predictable for Corporate Counsel than H-1B visa. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS processing wait. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the border the same day with the right documents. H-1B visa requires employer-sponsored registration, a lottery selection, and a filing window that can delay your start date by six months or more.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a signed support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, describes the legal work you'll perform, confirms your start date and employment terms, and attests that you hold the required credentials. The letter isn't filed with USCIS in advance, for Canadians, it's presented directly to CBP at the port of entry alongside your credential documents.
Where can I find Corporate Counsel jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Corporate Counsel roles where employers are set up to sponsor TN visas, so you're not cold-applying to positions where the hiring team has no familiarity with the TN process. That filters out a significant source of offer-stage friction that Canadian and Mexican legal professionals regularly encounter.
Can I switch Corporate Counsel employers on a TN visa without losing status?
You can change employers, but TN status is employer-specific. You need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you start working there. For Canadians, that means another port-of-entry application with a fresh support letter. For Mexican citizens, it typically requires a new consular appointment. Don't assume your current TN status transfers automatically when you accept a new offer.