Human Rights & Sustainability Counsel

About the role

At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleaner, and every person contributes to that mission. This dual role provides strategic leadership for the Human Rights sustainability workstream while delivering expert legal guidance across the Automation divisions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead ABB's Human Rights workstream, defining strategic priorities and establishing its governance framework.
• Review and continuously enhance the Human Rights Policy and Due Diligence Frameworks to align with the UN Guiding Principles.
• Provide strategic guidance to identify, assess, manage and mitigate human‑rights risks across global operations, supply chains and commercial activities.
• Assess and strengthen ABB's grievance and remedy mechanisms in line with UNGP requirements.
• Support engagement with external stakeholders, including investors and NGOs, on human‑rights topics.
• Act as the central point of contact for Sustainability and ESG legal matters within the Automation Business Area.
• Interpret evolving sustainability regulations and translate them into practical processes and contractual requirements.
• Design and deliver training materials and curricula related to Human Rights and Sustainability regulations.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Law with a strong interest in Human Rights and Sustainability.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a global, cross‑functional environment, preferably in‑house or at a reputable law firm.
• Outstanding negotiation and stakeholder‑management skills with a collaborative, business‑oriented approach.
• Excellent advocacy, communication and influencing abilities, both written and verbal.
• Fluent English, highly self‑motivated, proactive and able to work independently in a dynamic international setting.