Senior Counsel – Sustainability Reporting & Compliance

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 353,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel to lead sustainability reporting within Apple’s Corporate Law group. The role emphasizes shaping the company’s approach to global sustainability disclosures and governance.

You will drive CSRD/ESRS, IFRS/ISSB standards, and TCFD-aligned reporting, advise on materiality, and stand up compliance processes while coordinating with Finance, Compliance and external counsel.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years in corporate law and governance, with 4+ years in sustainability reporting.
• Experience applying CSRD/ESRS, ISSB standards, and TCFD-aligned reporting.
• Familiarity with materiality assessment and third-party assurance processes for sustainability data.
• US bar admission and JD or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead Apple's approach to sustainability reporting across regions.
• Advise on CSRD/ESRS, ISSB standards, and related regimes.
• Design and implement compliance processes and playbooks.
• Manage outside counsel and coordinate with internal teams.
• Partner with Finance and Compliance on governance and assurance readiness.

Skills

Corporate law

Governance

Sustainability reporting

Regulatory tracking

Legal briefing

Writing & communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel to lead sustainability reporting within Apple’s Corporate Law group. The role emphasizes shaping the company’s approach to global sustainability disclosures and governance.

You will drive CSRD/ESRS, IFRS/ISSB standards, and TCFD-aligned reporting, advise on materiality, and stand up compliance processes while coordinating with Finance, Compliance and external counsel.