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Company: Caterpillar, IL
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Assistant General Counsel $227,760–$341,640 (Apply by: 3.8.2026)

Job Category: General Corporate / Commercial [ View All General Corporate Jobs ]
Job Reference: 84458
Job description:
By joining this organization, you become part of a global team that values both the work we do and the people we work with. The team is made up of makers, problem-solvers, and innovators who are helping create stronger, more sustainable communities. Progress and innovation aren’t just talked about they’re put into action with customers and within the communities where we live and work. Together, the goal is to build a better world for everyone to enjoy.

Assistant General Counsel – Resource Industries Operations and Products Division
Location: Peoria, IL
Job Type: Full time

What You Will Do:
Advise senior management and provide clear recommendations on legal matters
Manage legal support of RIOP through coordination of a network of attorneys and other subject matter experts
Implement legal strategies and goals in line with company's business objectives, researching complex legal issues and reviewing and drafting complex legal documents

What You Have:
Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization
Negotiating: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner
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

Degree and Experience Requirements:
J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
Eligible to practice as in-house counsel in Illinois
Demonstrated business 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
Experience in leadership gained through previous senior level or supervisory assignments

Additional Info:
The primary location for this position is Peoria, IL
Domestic Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
Sponsorship is NOT available
International and Domestic travel up to 15%
This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to Caterpillar’s long-term incentive plan.

Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement

Summary Pay Range:
$227,760.00 - $341,640.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Assistant General Counsel – Resource Industries Operations and Products Division
$227,760–$341,640

Caterpillar

84458
Company: Caterpillar
Skills:
Employment type: Full Time
Salary: $227,760–$341,640
 
Other Information
 
Degree: JD
Experience (year): Unspecified
Job Location: Peoria, IL USA
Zip/Postal Code: 61601
Post Date: 03/06/2026
 
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