Senior Corporate Counsel – Motion

ABB

. Provide end-to-end legal support for project business activities, including EPC contracts from tender through negotiation, execution, dispute resolution, and closure .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $142,500 - $228,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract law and negotiation, particularly in EPC contracts and international legal matters, while ensuring compliance and managing legal risks. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across diverse teams and cultures.

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Juris DoctorateActive Bar Admission10+ Years Post-Qualification ExperienceExpertise in Contract Law and NegotiationData Privacy (GDPR) Compliance

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Hard Skills

EPC ContractsContract LawNegotiationInternational Legal MattersRegulatory ComplianceProduct LiabilityIntellectual PropertyDigital LawRisk AssessmentLitigation Support

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProactive MindsetCollaborative MindsetExcellent Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

EPC ContractsData PrivacyGDPRCommercial LawSupply ChainCross-Country CollaborationIntegrity InitiativesCompliance FrameworksMulticultural SettingsStakeholder Influence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide end-to-end legal support for project business activities, including EPC contracts from tender through negotiation, execution, dispute resolution, and closure
Advise and collaborate with commercial, sales, finance, HR, EHS, and supply chain stakeholders
Ensure compliance and protect company interests
Manage legal risk across competition law, data privacy (GDPR), product liability, employment, investigations, claims, and litigation support
Partner with global legal teams and subject matter experts
Contribute to integrity initiatives and broader legal projects
Support investigations and policy adherence
Participate in regional and global Legal & Integrity teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school
Active bar admission
Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
Substantial exposure to international legal, commercial, and regulatory matters
Expertise in contract law and negotiation, including EPC/project contracts, distribution agreements, government contracting, intellectual property, and digital law (SaaS, cybersecurity, AI, data privacy)
Strong organizational and analytical skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, assess risk, and deliver practical solutions in complex environments
Proactive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset, with experience in cross-country, multicultural settings
Capacity to influence stakeholders and build strong relationships
Excellent communication skills
Proven ability to work independently while contributing to strategic legal initiatives and compliance frameworks
Ability to juggle multiple priorities, including EPC project work, across BA / Division / Support assignments
Must already have work authorization permitting employment with ABB in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D – 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)
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
11 paid holidays
Vacation under a permissive time away policy for salaried exempt positions
Short-term incentive plan/annual bonus