Senior Counsel, Motion — Remote EPC Contracts

ABB Inc.; Kentucky; Remote; USD 143,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Health plans (medical, dental, vision)

Paid holidays

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice and manage enterprise-wide risks. You will support EPC contracts from tender to closure, collaborate with commercial, sales, finance, HR, and EHS, and guide global teams on privacy, IP, and regulatory matters.

The role demands a JD with a US bar and 10+ PQE, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders in a multinational setting. Remote work is available, with global coverage and compliance focus.

Qualifications

• JD with active US bar and 10+ PQE with exposure to international matters.
• Expertise in contract law and negotiation for EPC/project contracts and related areas.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills under pressure.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with cross-country experience.
• Excellent communication and independent contribution to strategic initiatives.
• Generalist capable of juggling multiple priorities across teams.
• Candidates must have US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end legal support for project business activities including EPC contracts.
• Advise with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and protect company interests.
• Manage legal risk across competition, data privacy, IP, employment, investigations, and litigation support.
• Contribute to integrity initiatives and participate in regional/global Legal & Integrity teams.

Skills

J.D. & US bar

Contract law & negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-country collaboration

Communication skills

Multi-priority management

US work authorization

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

ABB is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice and manage enterprise-wide risks. You will support EPC contracts from tender to closure, collaborate with commercial, sales, finance, HR, and EHS, and guide global teams on privacy, IP, and regulatory matters.

The role demands a JD with a US bar and 10+ PQE, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders in a multinational setting. Remote work is available, with global coverage and compliance focus.