Regional Tax Lead Europe, Africa and Middle East
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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.
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 across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). You will shape and lead the Robotics Tax function in the region, ensuring compliance, driving tax optimisation, 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 harmonise practices, optimise resources, and enable effective decision‑making.
Work model: hybrid
Preferred location: Europe
Accountable For

Build and lead the Robotics Tax function in EMEA, managing Regional Tax Specialists and overseeing the regional legal and tax structure.
Ensure tax compliance across the region, implement global tax initiatives, and establish controls, processes, and risk frameworks.
Drive effective tax rate (ETR) improvements, identify tax savings opportunities, and support simplification and efficiency initiatives.
Act as Country Tax Responsible for selected countries — overseeing filings, approvals, audits, disputes, managing outsourced providers, internal controls, and other country tax matters.
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 or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, tax, or law.
Minimum 10 years’ proven experience in direct and/or indirect tax, ideally in multinational settings.
Strong leadership skills with the 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.

What’s in it for you?
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. Your work doesn’t just matter—it moves things forward.
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Job reference: JR00018208
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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