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Senior Corporate Counsel - Sustainability Reporting

Apple· Corporate Functions
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Cupertino, CA$235.1k - $353.4kFull-timePosted 4w ago

About the role

Senior lawyer in Apple's Corporate Law team focused on sustainability reporting and corporate governance, with emphasis on EU CSRD/ESRS, ISSB, TCFD-aligned reporting, and related regimes (EU Taxonomy Regulation, US state climate disclosure laws). Build and stand up compliance processes, provide strategic legal guidance to leadership, manage outside counsel, and collaborate across global teams to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance and scalable programs.

Responsibilities

  • Shape and lead Apple's approach to sustainability-related reporting, with depth in CSRD/ESRS, ISSB, TCFD-aligned reporting; advise on EU Taxonomy Regulation and U.S. state climate disclosure laws (e.g., California SB 253 and SB 261).
  • Design and stand up compliance processes and internal playbooks converting regulatory requirements into actionable programs.
  • Prepare clear, actionable briefings for leadership and understand data generation programs (materiality assessment processes and assurance readiness) to advise on disclosure requirements.
  • Direct and manage outside counsel across multiple jurisdictions, coordinating with Apple’s internal priorities.
  • Operate as a self-directed, cross-functional partner, translating complex legal requirements into practical guidance for business partners.
  • Identify opportunities to leverage AI and emerging tools to track regulatory developments and streamline compliance processes.
  • Partner with Finance, Compliance, and Apple Values teams on materiality assessments, data governance, and assurance readiness.
  • Collaborate across legal teams and business units in multiple regions/time zones.

Qualifications

  • At least 7 years of experience in corporate law and governance with 4+ years in sustainability reporting at a major law firm, in-house, or regulatory authority.
  • Substantive, hands-on experience applying CSRD/ESRS, ISSB Sustainability Disclosure Standards, and TCFD-aligned reporting requirements.
  • Familiarity with double materiality assessment methodology and third-party assurance processes for sustainability data.
  • Proven track record tracking global regulatory change and delivering strategic legal advice and briefings to senior leadership.
  • Strong analytical capability with attention to detail.
  • Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
  • JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.

Skills

Required:Regulatory compliance leadershipLegal advisory to leadershipCSRD/ESRS, ISSB, TCFD knowledgeRegulatory tracking and analysis

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonuses or commission payments (eligibility noted).
  • Stock programs including discretionary RSUs and employee stock purchase plan.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and access to discounted products and free services.
  • Educational expense reimbursement for advancing career at Apple.
Last updated Sep 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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