RCRA/Hazardous Waste Lawyer Position Available In Essex, New Jersey

Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. seeks an experienced hazardous waste lawyer with five to fifteen years of practice to join our firm in any of our seven offices. The ideal candidate must have substantial RCRA practice experience, including work related to the definition of solid waste, characterization of hazardous waste, counseling on waste generation, transportation, recycling and regulatory exemption issues, and the permitting of waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities. Experience with advocacy in the context of RCRA rulemaking and/or enforcement is preferred. All candidates should have a strong academic background, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A technical background is a plus, as is relevant government experience at the federal or state levels. The successful candidate will play a key role in the firm’s market-leading circular economy practice. Beveridge & Diamond has a premier national environmental practice, with more than 140 lawyers in seven U.S. offices. The firm helps clients around the world resolve critical environmental, natural resource, project development, and sustainability issues relating to their facilities, products, and operations. The firm is consistently recognized as a top-tier nationwide environmental practice by Chambers USA Guide to the Legal Profession , Legal 500 , and U.S. News-Best Lawyers . Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a topical writing sample to Lindy Resh, Attorney Recruitment Manager, via the web application link . Applicants only; no third-party solicitations. In accordance with the laws of the jurisdictions in which this position may be filled, the base salary range for this position is $230,000 – $260,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience. The application deadline is July 1, 2025. The compensation for this position may also include a discretionary annual bonus and an hours-based bonus. Benefits Summary Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our employees.

Benefits include:

Health & Insurance Coverage:

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; and voluntary coverage options such as supplemental life and AD&D insurance, vision coverage, identity protection, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and long-term care insurance.

Retirement & Savings:

401(k) retirement savings plan; flexible spending accounts (health care and dependent care); a health savings account; and a Section 529 college savings plan.

Additional Benefits:

Pre-tax transportation program; employee assistance program (EAP); and temporary back-up care for children, adults, and elders.

Generous Paid Time Off:

We believe in the importance of work-life balance and time to recharge. Our paid leave benefits include a generous allotment of vacation days, paid sick leave, along with paid holidays. We also provide various types of leave to support life’s important moments, including parental leave, bereavement leave, and other leaves of absence in accordance with applicable laws and firm policies.

Other Compensation:

In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as overtime pay (if applicable), bonuses, and other performance-related incentives. Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer and all inquiries are kept strictly confidential.