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Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Corporate Counsel

Caterpillar Inc., Peoria, Illinois, us, 61639

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Overview

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an attorney to join its in-house legal division, as part of its Procurement Team. This individual will provide legal support on commercial transactions and counsel related to Caterpillar’s relationships with its strategic suppliers. The role requires frequent interaction with business clients, including Caterpillar’s senior procurement and product group leadership, as well as with other lawyers within Law, Security & Public Policy. A successful candidate should be comfortable managing a large volume of commercial matters, be skilled at prioritization, and be able to adjust quickly to accommodate business needs. Responsiveness and efficiency are critical components of the position. The primary locations for this position are Peoria, IL or Irving, TX. Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. Sponsorship is not available. International and domestic travel up to 5% may be required.

What You Will Do

Draft and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, primarily focused on procurement relationships Work with internal clients to ensure agreements accurately reflect business needs and protect Caterpillar Counsel business clients on risks inherent in agreements Coordinate with Caterpillar’s regional and substantive lawyers to ensure agreements reflect Enterprise risk tolerances and are drafted and managed in accordance with Enterprise Board Resolutions, Policies, and Procedures Work with outside counsel on a limited, but as-needed basis Maintain excellent relationships with internal clients and colleagues to be a valued member of the Caterpillar Legal team

What You Have

Risk Management: Knowledge of processes and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks; ability to apply risk management to diverse situations Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment Effective Communications: Ability to convey important legal risks to business clients, including leadership Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives and allocate time effectively Problem Solving: Ability to recognize, anticipate, and resolve problems using appropriate methods Resource Management: Ability to plan, mobilize and distribute resources to fulfill objectives Legal Analysis: Ability to read, interpret and draw conclusions from legal and factual information Legal Function: Understanding of the major responsibilities and organization of a legal department; ability to provide legal consulting and assistance

Degree And Experience Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials Active Bar admission in any U.S. state Considerable legal experience efficiently drafting commercial agreements without significant assistance

Additional Information

Remote relocation is not applicable; primary locations are Peoria, IL or Irving, TX Domestic relocation assistance available for those who qualify Visa Sponsorship is not available International and domestic travel up to 5%

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.) 401(k) savings plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Career Development Incentive bonus Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tution Reimbursement These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require sponsorship. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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