Contract and Claims Manager (80–100%, f/m/d) – 2 years fixed term

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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:

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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