US Government Contract & Compliance Attorney

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:

Division General Counsel IAEN

In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide strategic legal counsel and uphold the highest standards of integrity within ABB. Each day, you will ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. You will also showcase your expertise by effectively managing legal risks and fostering a culture of integrity across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Providing Legal & Integrity (L&I) related advice to ABB management and acting as an advisor to the business stakeholders.

Reviewing and negotiating contracts, drafting commercial agreements and other contractual terms in collaboration with relevant business stakeholders and L&I team members, and overseeing contract management.

Monitoring legal affairs, including but not limited to litigations and activity reports and occupying a seat at the table on local strategic business matters.

Ensuring good corporate governance (including structuring, drafting, and negotiation) in your area of accountability within the country, with respect to Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) / divestiture transactions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business or related field and 7+ years of experience in administration of Time & Material and Firm Fixed Price efforts related to U.S. federal Commercial items contracting, or alternatively, an approved combination of education and experience and/or demonstrated relevant accomplishments.

Must have completed JD program and licensed/able to practice law in at least one state.

Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), and other governmental agency Supplementals and willingness to research and provide training/guidance as needed.

Must be organized, detail oriented, demonstrate strong time management and critical thinking skills and be able to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects with limited supervision.

Must be a US Citizen and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Must have excellent MS Word and MS Excel skills, with demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Must be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision while being able to work in a team environment, lead cross functional teams in developing / implementing government related processes, and support others.

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

What's in it for you

We 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.

More About Us

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, gen