Location: Minneapolis, MN
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $120,000 - $180,000 annually

Position Summary

Aspen Waste Systems is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel to serve as a key member of the senior management team and provide legal guidance across all divisions of the company. Based at the company’s Minneapolis headquarters, this role oversees a wide range of legal matters including employment law, compliance, contracts, litigation management, corporate transactions, and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate will combine strong legal expertise with a practical business mindset to support Aspen’s continued growth while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal advisor for all company legal affairs.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships across departments.
• Provide legal guidance on employment law matters, HR processes, and employee benefits.
• Advise operations teams on compliance, training, and legal issues.
• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate contracts and corporate agreements.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting company operations.
• Ensure privacy policies and cybersecurity compliance measures remain current.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, investments, and divestitures in collaboration with outside counsel.
• Manage litigation matters, including workers’ compensation and liability claims.
• Identify legal risks and develop practical solutions to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop legal strategies that support company growth.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Minimum of three years of legal experience.
• Employment law experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of corporate, employment, compliance, and contract law.
• Ability to build effective relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing legal risk while supporting business objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $180,000 annually.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid time off.
• Opportunity to serve as a senior leader within a growing regional company.
• Exposure to a broad range of legal, business, and strategic initiatives.

About Aspen Waste Systems

Aspen Waste Systems is an independently owned, locally managed waste and recycling company serving residential and commercial customers across multiple Midwest markets. With more than $120 million in annual revenue and over 330 employees, Aspen is committed to providing extraordinary service, environmentally responsible disposal solutions, and sustainable growth.

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