At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:
Lead Counsel

In this role, you'll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

The Legal Counsel will

• Provide legal support in China in connection to Electrification Business.

• Formulate improvement and development of legal processes, due diligence and legal productivity, simplicity and standardization, reflecting the country specific requirements.
• Independently draft, review, revise, negotiate and provide risk assessment on contracts, projects or deals in line with ABB internal risk control guidelines and applicable local laws.
• Managing and coordinating litigation and arbitration and disputes in close collaboration with the relevant stakeholders.

• Support legal entities corporate governance matters.

• Support ABB Integrity program and support Integrity initiatives in close collaboration with the integrity team.

• Providing internal training on contractual and integrity topics.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the Role

• Master of Law from a reputable law school and admission to China Bar.
  
  • Minimum 10 years legal experience or equivalent in a recognized law firm or multinational company.
  
  • Provides strategic legal advice and upholds the highest standards of integrity within ABB; ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards; effectively manages legal risks and fosters a culture of integrity across the organization in China.
  
  • Substantial "hands-on" experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
  
  • Strong ability in handling and managing complex deals and disputes.
  
  • Strong command on corporate and commercial law.
  
  • Work independently with minimal supervision.
  
  • Experience in To-C business is preferred.
  
  • Experience in implementing and monitoring integrity and compliance program in China is preferred.
  
  • Fluent in English.

Required Characteristics

• "Hands-on" business partner attitude with solution-oriented mindset under proper risk control.

• Demonstrable leadership experience, in particular coordinating with cross-functional and cross-country teams in complex transactions.

• Superior advocacy and communication skills, including the ability to effectively and efficiently communicate in writing and orally (in both Chinese and English), an aptitude for practical negotiation, the capability to think logically and quickly and keep calm under pressure, the composure to satisfy multiple and often competing interests and ability to share lessons learned with teammates.

• The highest integrity and professionalism, and passion for excellence and quality.

• Stakeholders management and superior negotiating skills and ability to work in complex international environment, substantial experience working in different cultures and an open mind which champions diversity and inclusion.

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

- 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

Benefits

From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career.

More about us

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Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.
Run What Runs the World.

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