Associate General Counsel – Trade & Fair Competition

Caterpillar Inc.•Peoria, IL

8d•$249,600 - $374,400•Onsite

About The Position

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. This is Caterpillar Law, Security & Public Policy (LSPP) has an opening for an Associate General Counsel – Trade & Fair Competition. This selected candidate will be a member of the Chief Compliance Officer’s leadership team while leading a team that provides legal support on international trade and antitrust strategies and initiatives across the enterprise.

Requirements

Knowledge of Organization: Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance
Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization
Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers
Judgment and Decision Making: Knowledge of the decision-making process; ability to carefully evaluate the impact of emerging business situations and choose the best path forward communicating actions and activities that maximize organizational performance
Organizational Leadership: Knowledge of leadership concepts and ability to use strategies and skills to enlist others in setting, embracing and achieving objectives
Resource Management: Knowledge of the resources required to achieve business objectives; ability to plan, mobilize and distribute resources to fulfill business objectives and plans
Legal Analysis: Knowledge of methods and tools used in legal analysis; ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from both legal and factual information
Legal Function: Knowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the legal function or department; ability to provide legal consulting, advice and assistance
J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials and active bar admission in any U.S. state
Demonstrated senior leadership support, advocacy, and acumen with strong intellectual curiosity
Considerable experience providing counsel for a global business and solid knowledge of Caterpillar's worldwide operations, policies, objectives, and history; 12+ years of progressively advancing job-related experience is typically required

Responsibilities

Advise senior and executive management and provide clear guidance on global trade regulations, fair competition, and risk management topics, promoting enterprise compliance.
Manage a global legal team with a strategic approach to trade compliance and fair competition risks, emerging technologies, global supply chains, and evolving geopolitical developments.
Proactively monitor, manage and mitigate risks through internal and external engagement with stakeholders and partners.
Assist with development and implementation of legal strategies and goals in line with company's business objectives