Senior Corporate/M&A Attorney

Career Area: Legal and Compliance

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Corporate Counsel M&A to provide legal support for Caterpillar’s Strategic Investments Group (for M&A transactions) and Caterpillar’s Strategy and Business Development Group (for Caterpillar’s Venture Capital funding initiatives). The attorney will be part of a group of attorneys who provide legal support during every aspect of the M&A process and Venture Capital funding process.

Lead due diligence review of a potential target, which includes working closely with several subject matter experts designated for M&A/venture capital transactions

Prepare materials for executive review regarding deal structure and risks

Draft/negotiate definitive agreements such as asset purchase/stock purchase agreement/joint venture agreements/venture capital funding agreements

Work alongside the business unit attorney in drafting and negotiating ancillary agreements such as leases, employment agreements, supply agreements, etc.

Support business unit attorney on integration related legal issues involved in a transaction

Lead/participate/manage process improvement initiatives

Provide training to transaction managers/subject matter experts necessary to support Caterpillar’s M&A process

Close collaboration with legal services colleagues across several teams (e.g., business unit attorneys, SMEs from regulatory, litigation and real estate); ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials

Must have significant legal experience in contract drafting and negotiations on M&A transactions ideally as the lead attorney

Contract drafting and negotiations on Venture Capital transactions also preferred

Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify

5-10% travel is expected

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

Health Savings Account (HSA)*

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

Employee Assistance Program*

Incentive bonus*

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.