Senior Legal Counsel, US Electrification Smart Power
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At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
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ELSP Division General Counsel __ Your role and responsibilities: This is a great opportunity to join ABB's Electrification Smart Power division Legal & Integrity team in the US! We're looking for someone well versed in commercial counsel that will be able to partner closely with business leaders and can lead self-sufficiently among a global team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide strategic legal counsel and uphold the highest standards of integrity within ABB. Each day, you will ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. You will also showcase your expertise by effectively managing legal risks and fostering a culture of integrity across the organization. The work model for the role is hybrid out of either Cary, NC or Atlanta, GA. You will be mainly accountable for: Providing Legal & Integrity (L&I) related advice to ABB management and acting as an advisor to the business stakeholders. Reviewing and negotiating contract, drafting commercial agreements and other contractual terms in collaboration with relevant business stakeholders and L&I team members, and overseeing contract management. Monitoring legal affairs, including but not limited to litigations and activity reports and occupying a seat at the table on local strategic business matters. Ensuring good corporate governance (including structuring, drafting, and negotiation) in your area of accountability within the country, with respect to Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) / divestiture transactions.Qualifications for the role:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school with active bar admission and minimum 8+ years of experience in corporate/commercial law, preferably gained in multinational manufacturing / corporate environments and/or top-tier law firms. Proven ability to manage fiduciary responsibilities, corporate governance, and operate effectively within a decentralized organization. Strong business-focused legal judgment with experience in process improvement, risk mitigation, and optimization of legal operations. Proficiency in contract review, drafting, and negotiation; mergers & acquisitions; and corporate secretarial functions, including filings and compliance. Deep understanding of data privacy and protection laws, U.S. government contracting, contractor licensing, and related regulatory frameworks. Familiarity with integrity, finance, treasury, risk management/insurance, and preferred experience in antitrust, IP, and IS/IT-related legal matters. Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US. What's in it for you: We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
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- 100% employee paid up to maximums Short Term Disability
- up to 26 weeks
- Company paid Long Term Disability
- 60% of pay
- Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay. Supplemental benefits
- 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance Parental Leave
- up to 6 weeks Employee Assistance Program Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption Employee discount program Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP) Time off ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
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