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Life at ABB - UK
Be part of progress and shape the future with us

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and more than 105,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com


Why join a team that runs what runs the world?

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Empower
We provide talent with market-leading expertise, technology & opportunities.
Grow
Our culture of continuous improvement means everyone is expected to keep progressing themselves, their teams, and their work.
Impact
We're all part of a global team with a global impact - what each of us runs in here, together runs the world out there.


Living our values

Our values are the heart of our culture. They influence everything we do, guiding our actions and interactions with colleagues, customers, partners, and society. These values help us fulfil our purpose. By living our four ABB values, we lead by example in how we do business and behave.
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About us

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Our purpose
At ABB, our purpose is “why” we are in business: To enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future with our technology leadership in electrification and automation. Our purpose reflects what we stand for as a company and what we aspire to be in the future.
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Sustainability at ABB
With our leading technologies in electrification and automation, we are at the core of accelerating the energy transition. We help all industries run at high performance and become more productive, efficient and sustainable so they can outperform.


Meet the people

Meet the people in ABB UK, a dynamic team that is making a real difference through being part of a supportive and inclusive work environment where we encourage each other to grow and develop skills, and contribute to impactful work that matters. 

Together, we are building a sustainable future for generations to come. 


Stephanie Bird 

Engineering Service Manager
With nearly a decade of experience at ABB, Stephanie's journey from a contractor to a key managerial role is both inspiring and insightful.

 


James Hetherington 

Sales Manager
James' journey with ABB is a testament to his dedication and passion for his work. His experiences and achievements serve as an inspiration for others to pursue their own paths with enthusiasm and commitment.

 


Inderjit Matharu  

Business Unit Manager  
With a PhD in Metallurgy and Materials from the University of Birmingham, Inderjit has navigated through various roles, industries, and countries, leaving a mark of excellence and innovation wherever he goes.

 


Giorgia Zambetti  

Business Unit Manager   
 With a master's degree in business engineering from Milan, Italy, Giorgia's academic background laid a strong foundation for her diverse career path. Her specialization in production and logistics provided her with a comprehensive understanding of various business aspects.

 


Benefits and Rewards

Our reward packages are designed to reflect your skills, support your wellbeing, and recognize both individual and team success.

Here are just some examples of what we offer our employees. Please note that some benefits vary by location and role due to local laws.
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Pension Fund Membership 

​​​​​​Scottish Widows Master Trust pension scheme provides the opportunity to build retirement savings with valuable Company matching contributions.

Auto enrolment is at the default contribution rate of 6% with the possibility to adjust contribution level from 3% to 10%, matched by ABB.  
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Life Assurance 

Death in Service policy value of 6x Basic salary if enrolled in Pension Fund.

Policy value of 2 x Basic salary if not enrolled in Pension Fund. 
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Income Replacement Scheme 

Income Protection from Unum can provide financial and rehabilitation support if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. 

65% of salary minus single person’s incapacity benefit. Eligibility is based on enrolment within the Pension Fund. 
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Holidays 

25 days’ paid holiday per year, plus statutory and public holidays. 
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Sick Pay

13 weeks full pay after a qualifying period. 13 weeks 75% pay after 5 years’ service. Sliding scale prior to this level of service.

Can vary depending on office/business. 
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Employee Share Acquisition Plan 

The ABB Employee Share Acquisition Plan (ESAP) is a share ownership program for employees that offers an opportunity to purchase a stake in ABB at discounted rate. 
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Flexible Benefits via MyBenefits 

Opt-in suite of benefits usually via salary sacrifice, including but not limited to:
Buy & Sell Holiday – purchase or sell back up to 5 days per year.  
Additional Healthcare – via salary sacrifice opt in to Private Medical Cover, Private Dental, Healthcare Screenings & more.
Wellbeing – Cycle to Work scheme, Gym membership discounts & more.
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Employee Referral Scheme  

Opportunity to refer your friends for an ABB UK Role and receive £2,000 for every successful referral. 
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Employee Assistance Programme  

Additional support program available free of charge from Workplace Options to all ABB employees and their immediate family. 
Workplace Options provides practical and confidential support and advice around the clock on a wide range of issues that can affect you, both at work and at home. 


Career development

At ABB, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. That's why our People Strategy emphasizes lifelong learning and personal growth. We're dedicated to providing our employees with the tools, support, and opportunities to thrive. By setting clear goals and providing regular, honest feedback, we help our people see the difference they make and empower them to learn, connect, and grow.

Learn

Feed your curiosity and unlock your potential with our comprehensive range of learning and development resources. Whether you prefer virtual, face-to-face, or self-study, we offer a wide range of professional and technical courses, trainings and leadership programs.

Connect

We learn and grow through meaningful connections: Collaboration fuels lasting learning and growth, while feedback propels your progress. Tap into colleague networks, employee resource groups and mentor programs to expand your horizons.

Grow

Take charge of your career and grow with us. We encourage you to set growth objectives, explore diverse roles and pathways, engage in projects or initiatives, and embrace opportunities that challenge you. Our managers are here to guide and support you through valuable development conversations, while our career tools and resources are designed to energize your growth. 
At ABB, your success is our priority. Join us to Learn, Connect and Grow together.


Diversity and Inclusion

At ABB, we are committed to solving some of the biggest global challenges of our time. This is only possible through our exceptional people who work every day, towards this endeavor. A culture of diversity and inclusion is critical to our business success and makes us stronger. At ABB we strive for a culture where individual differences are not only welcomed but celebrated.

Our diverse teams are at the heart of our success. Check out some of our colleagues’ stories and take a look behind the scenes.


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