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[Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Peoria-Illinois/Senior-Paralegal_R0000400623) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Caterpillar](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) / Senior Paralegal ## Job description ### Career Area Legal and Compliance Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. 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. It's More Than a Job, It's a Career Our Law, Security & Public Policy Division (LSPP) is looking for a Senior Paralegal to join our Intellectual Property (IP) team. Successful candidates will be process driven, a self- starter, and have previous paralegal experience. ### Job Summary The candidate will have an opportunity to work directly with IP attorneys. Legal support and projects will be assigned according to the complexity of the work and by the prior experiences of the candidates on the team. The position will assist corporate attorneys with legal tasks and special projects to support and protect the organization. The legal work will be under the direction of various attorneys. ### What You Will Do NDA process administration and escalation management. Legal matter management, documentation, and records administration. Template, playbook, and knowledge-resource stewardship. Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder support. Departed employee, confidentiality, and enforcement support. Resolution of process exceptions, ownership gaps, and non-routine requests. End-to-end workflow and matter coordination. ### What You Have Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision Confidentiality: Knowledge of practices and policies governing disclosure of information about the organization, its business activities, and employees; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation Document Management: Knowledge of document management; ability to categorize, integrate, update, document and distribute business information in a secure, effective way 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 Top Candidates will also have: Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong organization skills Experience with commercial agreements and/or procurement preferred Additional Info: The primary location for this position is Peoria, Illinois. Domestic relocation assistance is not available for those who qualify Sponsorship is not available International and Domestic travel up to 5% ### Summary Pay Range: $97,530.00 - $146,290.00 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. ### 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 * These benefits also apply to part-time employees This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. ### Posting Dates October 19, 2026 - November 2, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 20, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 12 days - Location: Peoria, Illinois - Pay: $97,530.00 - $146,290.00[Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Peoria-Illinois/Senior-Paralegal_R0000400623) ## Hiring at Caterpillar - Open jobs: 909 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 9, 2026 [All Caterpillar jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Caterpillar ### [Intellectual Property Paralegal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/6a03a87a0a6bd8c98b45/) Peoria, Illinois ### [2027 Summer Corporate Intern - Environmental, Health and Safety](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/d75a7812e8508cce9d55/) Peoria, Illinois ### [Connected Asset Data Specialist – Regulatory Compliance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/beea2bef06f3dcfa9fe6/) Peoria, Illinois ### [Data Scientist I, Lens Customer Analytics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/aabed7a17a6ba4696a92/) Peoria, Illinois ### [Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/59c0f0b2753f55cb2c18/) Peoria, Illinois ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Paralegal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/copart/jobs/325fb8d0c4c72fc41c0c/) Copart · Dallas, TX - Headquarters ### [Sr. Paralegal, Contracting](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/5627fb0e58c38da6db31/) Cardinal Health · OH ### [Corporate Paralegal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/16f5dcccefce2231c9bb/) Kroger · Matthews, North Carolina, Legal Counsel ### [Corporate Business Paralegal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sentry-insurance/jobs/7d8f29b15cde09b33ac7/) Sentry Insurance · Stevens Point, WI ### [Paralegal II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/davita/jobs/3a6d994acb87d2754561/) DaVita · Denver, CO OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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