Corporate Real Estate and EHS Attorney

Labcorp•Burlington, NC

6d•$195,000 - $215,000•Remote

About The Position

Labcorp is a leader in diagnostics, drug development and healthcare innovation. Across every role, we harness data and AI to work smarter, move faster and create breakthrough solutions that improve health outcomes for people. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact. Together, we're improving health and improving lives. Labcorp is seeking a U.S. remote Corporate Real Estate and EHS Attorney. At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today!

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, with 5+ years of combined experience in commercial real estate and environmental health & safety (EHS) law, within healthcare, life sciences, or other regulated industries
Active admission and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain additional licensure if required
3+ years of experience reviewing and negotiating commercial leases (e.g., medical, office, laboratory, or warehouse), including lease amendments, renewals, and related matters
3+ years of experience supporting real estate transactions and due diligence activities (e.g., title, zoning, land use, environmental review)
2+ years of experience advising business partners on compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and workplace safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA)
2+ years of experience counseling cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Operations, EHS, HR) on regulatory interpretation, risk mitigation, and business application

Nice To Haves

6+ years of progressive experience across corporate real estate and EHS legal matters within healthcare, diagnostics, or life sciences environments
2+ years of experience leading end-to-end real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, or development projects
2+ years of experience advising on laboratory, clinical, or highly regulated facility environments, including associated safety and environmental considerations
2+ years of experience supporting EHS programs, incident response, or environmental compliance initiatives within operational settings.
Supporting or contributing to environmental due diligence and/or M&A-related transactions
2+ years of experience working across multi-site or multi-jurisdictional operations within complex, regulated organizations
Direct involvement in 2+ internal investigations, audits, or regulatory inquiries, including responses to workplace safety incidents, environmental exposures, or health-related claims
Exposure to global EHS compliance frameworks, including advising on multi-country regulatory requirements across 2+ regions

Responsibilities

Review and negotiate complex commercial leases, including retail, medical, office, warehouse, etc. with a focus on health care compliance
Advise on lease amendments, renewals, expansions, terminations, assignments, subleases, and handle landlord‑tenant disputes
Provide strategic guidance on lease risk allocation, operating expenses, CAM, restoration obligations, use provisions, and remedies
Lead legal support for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects
Conduct and advise on due diligence matters, including title, survey, zoning, land use, and environmental issues for leases and real property acquisition and disposition.
Manage outside counsel, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Advise business leaders on compliance with federal, state, and local environmental health and workplace safety laws and regulations
Provide legal guidance on the development, interpretation, and enforcement of environmental health and safety policies, standards, training programs, and incident response protocols
Support investigations, audits, and regulatory inquiries involving workplace safety incidents, environmental exposure, or health-related claims
Serve as a trusted advisor to business teams on real estate strategy, risk, and deal structuring
Collaborate cross‑functionally with finance, facilities, operations, and executive leadership
Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and best practices for 3000+ US lease portfolio