Country Corporate Counsel - US

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:MONM Division General Counsel__The work model for the role is: Remote #LI-RemoteYour role and responsibilities:In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide comprehensive legal advice and support to the fiduciary aspects of ABB's operations in the United States, leveraging your knowledge in corporate law, compliance, contract negotiation, and risk management. Responsible for making required corporate legal filings, mitigating legal risks, facilitating corporate governance, supporting the Country Holding Officer and their respective reports, and driving business growth and operational speed and responsiveness while maintaining compliance with local laws and regulations.Our Team DynamicsOur 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. You will be mainly accountable for:Legal & Fiduciary Oversight: Manage end-to-end accountability for Legal & Integrity fiduciary duties, corporate governance, and compliance for all U.S. legal entities, including corporate secretarial services, regulatory filings, and contractor licensing.Strategic Legal Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor to the U.S. Country Holding Officer and senior management on governance, compliance, risk mitigation, and strategic legal matters impacting business operations, mergers & acquisitions, and “license to operate” requirements.Compliance & Integrity Leadership: Oversee integrity investigations, government contracting compliance, data privacy and protection, cybersecurity, and regulatory certifications; ensure alignment with internal audit, HSE, and risk management standards across all business areas.Cross-Functional Legal Support: Provide expert counsel on contracts, commercial agreements, and shared legal entity matters; harmonize legal processes while supporting BA-specific needs; supervise paralegal staff and collaborate with global Legal & Integrity centers of excellence on specialized topics (IP, antitrust, litigation).Qualifications for the role:Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school with active bar admission and minimum 10 years of experience in corporate/commercial law, preferably gained in multinational manufacturing / corporate environments and/or top-tier law firms.Demonstrated capability to oversee fiduciary duties, support corporate governance, and work effectively in a decentralized organization.Demonstrated business-oriented legal judgment with experience in process improvement, risk mitigation, and optimizing legal operations.Proficiency in contract review, drafting, and negotiation; mergers & acquisitions; and corporate secretarial functions, including filings and compliance.Deep understanding of data privacy and protection laws, U.S. government contracting, contractor licensing, and related regulatory frameworks.Familiarity with finance, treasury, risk management/insurance, and preferred experience in antitrust, IP, and IS/IT-related legal matters.Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.More about us:ABB Motion provides pioneering technology, products, solutions and related services to industrial customers to increase energy efficiency, improve safety and reliability, and maintain precise control over processes. The portfolio includes motors, generators and drives for a wide range of applications in all industrial sectors.What's in it for youWe want you to bring your full self to work – your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.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: 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $142,500 and $228,000 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn moreHealth, Life & Disability· 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 Retirement· 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions · Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP) Time offABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.#ABBCareers#RunwithABB#RunwhatrunstheworldBuilding a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.SummaryLocation: Remote, Wisconsin, USA; Remote, Minnesota, USA; Remote, South Dakota, USA; Remote, Mississippi, USA; Remote, Vermont, USA; Remote, Delaware, USA; Remote, Tennessee, USA; Remote, Florida, USA; Remote, Georgia, USA; Remote, North Carolina, USA; Remote, Pennsylvania, USA; Remote, Kentucky, USA; Remote, Ohio, USA; Remote, North Dakota, USA; Remote, Virginia, USA; Remote, Iowa, USA; USA, ME, Home Office; Remote, Kansas, USA; Remote, Missouri, USA; Remote, New York, USA; Remote, Alabama, USA; Remote, Arkansas, USA; Remote, Nebraska, USA; Remote, Oklahoma, USA; Remote, Indiana, USA; Remote, Louisiana, USA; Remote, Rhode Island, USA; Remote, New Hampshire, USA; USA, IL, Home Office; Remote, Michigan, USA; Remote, Connecticut, USA; Remote, New Jersey, USA; Remote, Massachusetts, USA; Remote, Texas, USA; Remote, West Virginia, USA; Remote, South Carolina, USA; Remote, Maryland, USAType: Full time