Senior Corporate Counsel, Compliance – Customs

Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Corporate Counsel at Caterpillar providing compliance support on customs and trade regulations. Shape legal strategies impacting global business outcomes within a collaborative legal team.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeIrving • District of Columbia, Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $177,720 - $266,590 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the business on day-to-day and strategic customs and trade compliance matters, including import/export procedures, tariff classification, customs valuation, duty suspension administration, free trade agreements, rules of origin, customs compliance process development, and other trade-related compliance requirements
Translate complex regulatory developments into clear, actionable guidance for business stakeholders
Shape and strengthen compliance programs by assisting with the design and improvement of policies, procedures, and controls that work in practice—not just on paper
Support strategic initiatives that intersect with global trade, supply chain, and Caterpillar’s growth objectives
Collaborate cross-functionally with trade, logistics, tax, and commercial teams to solve problems and enable the business
Work globally with legal colleagues around the world to deliver coordinated, high-quality legal support

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. or equivalent law degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
Active Bar admission in any U.S. state or the ability to practice as in-house counsel in your work location
Must have meaningful law firm and/or in-house experience in US customs regulations and practices.
Four years of progressively advancing job-related experience is typically required
Exposure to global trade issues or cross-border transactions is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

customs compliancetariff classificationcustoms valuationduty suspension administrationfree trade agreementsrules of originregulatory compliancepolicy developmentprocedures improvementcross-border transactions

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationstrategic thinkingguidance translationstakeholder engagementprogram developmentorganizational skillsadaptabilityleadership

Certifications

J.D.Bar admission