Assistant General Counsel

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.
*Primary Location:
United States (US) - Illinois - Moline

Function:
Law Svcs and Gov't Affairs (CA)

Title:
Assistant General Counsel
Onsite/Remote:
Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
As an
Assistant General Counsel
for
John Deere World Headquarters
, located in
Moline
,
IL, Chicago, IL, Austin, TX or Des Moines, IA *
, you will provide research, legal counsel, recommendations, and alternatives for legal questions and issues in the General Practice areas of Compliance and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). In addition, you will:

• Draft and negotiate complex commercial or technology documents including opinions, contracts, notices, agreements, registrations, and licenses
• Explore and assess legal requirements for new tech tools and AI resources
• Manage all aspects of litigation and alternative dispute resolution with adverse parties to ensure favorable results are achieved
• Develop and execute training on legal matters for groups of various sizes to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with General Practice Areas legal requirements
• Stay current on emerging trends in the law in the General Practice Areas through continuing legal education, reading, professional conferences, and participating in professional associations
• Support projects for Deere's Global Law Services Group

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• 5+ years of legal experience & expertise in General Practice Areas laws
• Ability to assess and manage risk within the General Practice Areas
• Ability to anticipate the impact of legal issues and advice on a business and its operations
• Ability to anticipate potential legal and regulatory issues by watching trends in the law in the General Practice Areas and proactively evaluating proposed and enacted laws & regulations and their impact on a business
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for technology
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functionally (tech and non-tech teams) to resolve complicated problems
• Real team player with a positive and proactive approach
• Strong skills with interpersonal communications, negotiation, and conflict resolution

What Makes You Standout

• High sense of responsibility and initiative - keen to learn
• Experience providing prompt, practical, crisp, and actionable legal advice
• Proven track record of strong judgment in the absence of precedent
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to think and act strategically

Education
Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school
• License to practice law in Illinois or ability to obtain Illinois license (in-house counsel license is available to qualified applicants)

What You'll Get
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings