Head of Financial Markets Risk Management

At ABB, we help industries outrun – leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation – for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

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 to the Corporate Treasurer of ABB Robotics, you will hold global responsibility for designing, implementing, and overseeing the Financial Markets Risk Management (FMR) framework. You will manage end-to-end processes for identifying and mitigating financial market risks arising from foreign exchange, interest rate, and commodity exposures, while ensuring disciplined market execution and strong governance. You will act as a trusted advisor to business lines, provide transparency on risk impacts, and contribute to building a streamlined and well-governed Treasury operating model. The role also includes responsibility for liquidity-related market activities and corporate cash investments.

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

The location of the role is within Europe, preferably in Zurich, Switzerland or Milan, Italy

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Financial Market Risk Strategy & Oversight: Maintain a global view of ABB Robotics’ exposure to foreign exchange, interest rate, and commodity risks, and define appropriate risk mitigation and hedging strategies.
• Market Execution & Investments: Execute financial market transactions in line with best practices, covering FX, interest rate and commodity derivatives, as well as corporate cash investments.
• Exposure Analysis & Reporting: Analyze market movements and their impact on derivative valuations, income statement, cash flows, and liquidity, and communicate insights clearly to business and finance stakeholders.
• Business Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement: Ensure business teams have transparency and understanding of market exposures, hedging activities, and associated risks; collaborate closely with banking partners and internal stakeholders.
• People Leadership: Act as line manager for the Financial Markets Risk Management specialist and contribute to capability development within the Treasury function.

Qualifications for the Role:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with additional professional qualifications
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Treasury within a multinational environment, with hands-on exposure to FX, interest rate risk management, liquidity management, and cash investments
• Strong knowledge of Treasury instruments and financial products across FX, interest rates, and liquidity management
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with corporate and regional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and business partnering skills
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal

What’s in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

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.

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