The Role:

• The Corporate Counsel will provide strategic legal guidance and support to Caterpillar’s Financial Product Division across Eastern Europe, the Baltic States, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan, addressing a broad range of legal, regulatory, and compliance matters. The role also includes monitoring regulatory compliance across the Europe, Africa, and Middle East (EAME) region, working closely with the Regional Compliance Manager and Compliance Consultants to ensure alignment with evolving legal standards and business practices

Role Responsibilities;

• Regional Legal Support Provide legal counsel for Caterpillar Financial operations in Eastern Europe, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan, with additional support for regulatory compliance across the EAME region.
• Legal Advisory & Documentation Advise on corporate, commercial, transactional, litigation, and regulatory matters; draft, review, and revise legal documents with accuracy and clarity.
• Compliance & Risk Management Monitor legal and regulatory developments, assess impact on business functions, and consult with management on moderate-risk issues requiring confidentiality.
• Stakeholder Engagement Represent the company in negotiations with external parties including government agencies, suppliers, dealers, and customers.
• Collaboration & Coordination Work closely with internal teams, senior attorneys, and compliance personnel to ensure consistent legal support and alignment across business units.
• Strategic Legal Partnering Act as a legal resource to senior management, offering insights and recommendations that support broader functional and operational goals