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This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.
This Position reports to:
Senior Legal Counsel
Key responsibilities
In this role, you will lead and coordinate contract and claim management activities across our Robotics & Discrete Automation operations in Friedberg. You will be a key contact when it comes to assessing contract risks, supporting tender processes, and protecting ABB’s commercial interests during project execution. With your strong legal and commercial understanding, you will work closely with the legal department and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and resolve disputes where needed.
The work model for the role is: hybrid. #LI-Hybrid
This role is contributing to the Robotics & Discrete Automation Business Area in Friedberg (Germany). Main stakeholders include cross-functional departments at the Friedberg site and colleagues across the global ABB Robotics and Discrete Automation organization.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Identifying contract baselines and conducting risk assessments in line with internal guidelines and processes
Reviewing, negotiating, and managing selected contracts and non-disclosure agreements in close collaboration with the legal and business teams
Drafting and managing legal correspondence with customers and suppliers
Supporting the legal team in the resolution of disputes, claims, litigation, and arbitration
Protecting ABB’s contractual position throughout the project lifecycle, including change and deviation management
Ensuring compliance with the ABB Code of Conduct as well as global and local contract management standards and tools
You will join a collaborative and experienced team, where you will be able to contribute to your legal and commercial skills in a dynamic and international environment.
Qualifications for the role
Degree in Law, Business Law, or a comparable field with a solid understanding of economic and contractual frameworks
Practical experience in contract and claim management, ideally in an industrial or project-driven environment
Familiarity with contract law and risk assessment methodologies
Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Hands-on mentality with a structured and customer-oriented approach
Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional and international teams
Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken
Benefits
Retirement Plan
Flexible work practices
Employee Share Acquisition Plan
Learning & development offering
Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool. In the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.
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Skills Required
- Degree in Law, Business Law, or comparable field
- Practical experience in contract and claim management
- Familiarity with contract law and risk assessment methodologies
- Strong communication skills in German and English
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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