Human Rights & Sustainability Counsel

Rise Social; Gävle kommun; Hybrid; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Human Rights & Sustainability Counsel to lead strategic legal work across the Automation divisions and to advance human rights objectives globally. The role reports to the Head of Strategy and Sustainability and involves governance, policy alignment, and guidance across ABB’s businesses.

The ideal candidate will bring a Master’s in Law with 10+ years’ global experience, exceptional advocacy and communication skills, and the ability to navigate high-pressure environments while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law with focus on Human Rights and Sustainability.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in a global, cross-functional environment (in-house or top law firm).
• Experience with a leading management consulting firm (MBB) is an advantage.
• Excellent advocacy, communication, and influencing skills in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead ABB’s Human Rights workstream and governance with the Sustainability Council.
• Provide strategic legal guidance across ABB divisions on human rights and sustainability matters.
• Review and strengthen UNGP alignment in policies and due diligence frameworks.
• Support external stakeholder engagement on human rights topics and act as a central contact for ESG legal matters.
• Design training materials on Human Rights and Sustainability regulations and monitor regulatory developments.

Skills

Advocacy

Communication

Influencing

Education

Master’s degree in Law

Job description

Human Rights & Sustainability Counsel

Overview

På ABB hjälper vi industrier att bli mer resurseffektiva och renare – och varje person här bidrar till resultaten. Du kommer att få möjlighet att leda, få stöd att växa och kunna vara stolt över den påverkan vi skapar tillsammans. Gå med oss och hjälp till att driva det som driver världen.Denna Position Rapporterar TillAU Head of Strategy & Sustainability__In this dual role, you will provide strategic leadership and direction for the Human Rights sustainability workstream while delivering expert legal guidance across the Automation divisions. You will partner closely with Group and Business Area Sustainability and Legal & Integrity functions, Division Sustainability Heads, and Division General Counsels to advance ABB’s sustainability and human rights objectives globally.This position reports to the Head of Strategy and Sustainability for the Automation Business Area and has a functional reporting line to the Head of Integrity for the Automation Business Area.This role is open globally, with a preferred location in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, or Europe.Work model: hybrid ()

Key Responsibilities

Lead ABB’s Human Rights workstream, including defining strategic priorities and establishing its governance framework in collaboration with the Sustainability Council and related functions.Review and continuously enhance ABB’s Human Rights Policy and Human Rights Due Diligence Frameworks to ensure ongoing alignment with the United Nations Guiding Principles (UNGPs) on Business and Human Rights.Provide strategic guidance across ABB businesses and functions to help identify, assess, manage, and mitigate human rights risks throughout global operations, supply chains, and commercial activities.

Assess and strengthen ABB’s Grievance Mechanism and Remedy processes in line with UNGP requirements and best practices.

Support engagement with external stakeholders, including investors and NGOs, on human rights-related topics.Act as the central point of contact for Sustainability and ESG legal matters within the Automation Business Area, collaborating closely with Group functions and other Business Areas.

Serve as the subject matter expert on legal and integrity matters related to sustainability regulations across Automation, providing day-to-day legal advice and guidance to Legal & Integrity colleagues and divisional teams responsible for implementing sustainability requirements.

Design and deliver training materials and curricula related to Human Rights and Sustainability regulations.Monitor emerging Human Rights and Sustainability trends, legislation, and regulatory developments, acting as a recognized expert in sustainability law, compliance, and governance.Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote best-practice sharing, fostering collaboration across Business Areas and divisions.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Law, with significant experience and a strong interest in Human Rights and Sustainability-related matters.Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, ideally gained in a global, cross-functional environment, either in-house or within a reputable law firm; experience with a leading management consulting firm (MBB) is considered an advantage.

Excellent advocacy, communication, and influencing skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to navigate complex, high-pressure situations and balance competing priorities effectively.