Country Corporate Counsel - Uk & Ireland

ABB Ltd

United Kingdom
Competitive salary; generous bonus scheme; benefit...
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Qualified solicitor or barrister england & wales
10+ years post qualification experience
Expertise in gdpr and corporate governance
This role involves leading end-to-end legal and integrity responsibilities for ABB's UK and Ireland entities including governance and regulatory filings

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading end-to-end legal and integrity responsibilities for ABB's UK and Ireland entities including governance and regulatory filings.
  • The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on strategic legal matters, M&A, and operational requirements while ensuring compliance with local laws.
  • ABB offers a competitive salary, a full range of benefits including private medical cover, and recognition as a Top Employer in the UK.

Matching Summary

This role involves leading end-to-end legal and integrity responsibilities for ABB's UK and Ireland entities including governance and regulatory filings.

Salary

Competitive salary; Generous bonus scheme; Benefits include pension, life assurance, and flexible options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister England & Wales
  • 10+ years post qualification experience
  • Expertise in GDPR and corporate governance
  • Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills
  • Experience with M&A and divestiture transactions

Nice-to-have

  • Commercially balanced legal advice
  • Pragmatic solutions-focused approach
  • Ability to drive business growth
  • Collaborative team-working style
  • Fluency in English written and oral

Key Requirements

  • LLM or equivalent qualification from reputable university
  • Must be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
  • Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience in law firm or in-house
  • Expert knowledge of fiduciary duties and data privacy regulations

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