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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:Business Chief Financial Officer
Reporting directly to the Robotics Global Head of Tax, you will take regional responsibility for managing direct and indirect tax matters in the Americas region. You will shape and lead the Robotics Tax function in the region, ensuring compliance, driving tax optimization, and supporting business growth through expert guidance and strong stakeholder engagement. You will collaborate closely with global tax leadership and other regional tax teams to harmonize practices, optimize resources, and enable effective decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Tax Leadership: Build and lead the Robotics Tax function in Americas region and oversee the regional legal and tax structure.
Governance & Compliance: Ensure tax compliance across the region, implement global tax initiatives, and establish controls, processes, and risk frameworks.
Tax Optimization: Drive effective tax rate (ETR) improvements, identify tax savings opportunities, and support simplification and efficiency initiatives.
Country Tax Responsibility: Act as Country Tax Responsible for selected countries - overseeing filings, approvals, audits, disputes, managing outsourced providers, internal controls, and other Country tax matters.
Business Advisory & Collaboration: Advise the business on tax implications of transactions, maintain strong relationships with external advisors and authorities, and collaborate with key stakeholders to support decision making and planning.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, tax, or law is required. Master's preferred.
10+ years minimum of proven experience in direct and/or indirect tax, ideally in multinational settings.
Strong ability to guide teams and collaborate across functions.
Excellent analytical capability and ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with proven stakeholder influence and engagement experience.
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.
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