Local Trade Compliance Officer

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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:

Service Operations Manager

Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Local Trade Compliance Officer to join our team. This role is focused on ensuring that our business operations fully comply with trade regulations, including customs, export controls, and sanctions. You will actively manage compliance processes, support local operations, and implement practical solutions to mitigate risks in real time. You thrive in an operational environment and enjoy turning regulatory requirements into actionable processes.

The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid

Key responsibilities:

• Serve as the hands-on point of contact for trade authorities and management, managing export license applications, customs filings, and regulatory submissions.
• Oversee daily trade compliance activities, including product classification, valuation, country-of-origin verification, and transaction-level approvals.
• Develop and implement practical trade compliance procedures and systems (e.g., SAP GTS) to ensure consistent, operational compliance across local teams.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks in real time, providing actionable guidance to business operations and continuously improving processes.

You will join a collaborative and high-performing team, where you will be able to grow and make an impact.

Qualifications for the role

• Solid understanding of export control and customs rules, with potential for further expertise development within local and global context.
• Several years of experience in business processes, with a strong understanding of supply chain management, risk management, and logistics.
• Experience working with trade compliance management systems (e.g. SAP GTS) and data-driven compliance processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization, providing guidance and training to teams.
• Proficient in English & German both verbal and written. Swedish is a plus.
• Strong business mindset, self-driven, and responsive to operational needs.
• Technical knowledge in the relevant product areas (though willingness to learn is essential).
• Lives Robotics' values of Care, Courage, Curiosity, and Collaboration.

Benefits

• Flexible work practices
• Employee Share Acquisition Plan
• Learning & development offering
• Retirement Plan

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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