Legal Counsel

ABB; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Legal Counsel for its Robotics Business Area in Washington, DC. This role focuses on developing business-centered legal strategies while protecting the division from significant risks. Responsibilities include legal advice, contract drafting, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a Juris Doctorate and substantial experience in commercial law.

Qualifications

• Active bar admission and at least 7 years of legal experience.
• Proven ability to exercise sound legal judgment and handle sensitive information.
• Strong business acumen and experience in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Legal Counsel for the Business Area RA in the U.S.
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial contracts.
• Advise on legal risks in business transactions.

Skills

Commercial law

Contractual law

Risk assessment

Legal analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Teams

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Diese Position Untersteht

Regional General Counsel, Robotics

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Diese Position Untersteht

Regional General Counsel, Robotics

ABB is currently seeking a Legal Counsel for Robotics Business Area in the US. This role is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of business-centered legal strategies that drive increased order volume for the division while simultaneously protecting against significant risks. Guide and counsel stakeholders to ensure comprehension and coordination of the necessary legal measures to ensure the successful operation of the various Robotic Businesses. Advise and represent the Robotics Business’ interests regarding the various legal matters that these Businesses encounter in their respective markets.

The work model for the role is: in the United States, with a preference for East coast.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Legal Counsel for Business Area RA matters in the U.S., providing legal advice with minimal supervision.
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial contracts, including NDAs and confidentiality agreements.
• Monitor and interpret applicable laws, regulations, and policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Provide legal support for cross-border contracts, product liability issues, and government contracts.
• Compile and analyze regulatory/business data and prepare written legal analyses.
• Advise on legal risks in business transactions and support dispute/litigation resolution.
• Deliver legal training, support risk reviews, and participate in business meetings.
• Collaborate with legal colleagues across business areas to align on strategy and compliance.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school with active bar admission and at least 7 years of legal experience, primarily in commercial and contractual law.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Proven ability to exercise sound legal judgment, handle sensitive information, and operate independently in a corporate or matrixed environment.
• Strong business acumen, attention to detail, and ability to drive process improvements.
• Skilled collaborator with proficiency in Microsoft Teams and related tools.
• Excellent written, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills; thrives in fast-paced settings.
  
  

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.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. MyBenefitsABB.com

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $98,700 and $183,300 annually and is bonus eligible.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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