Jobs and Careers

Assistant General Counsel

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Aug 2026

About the role

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 - 122907
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Assistant General Counsel for John Deere World Headquarters located in Moline, IL, you will:

Review and provide legal guidance for advertising, marketing, e-commerce, and communications materials.
Provide legal guidance to support business development to negotiate, create and administer allied agreements and M&A activities.
Provide legal guidance to support dealer/distributor channel teams regarding product distribution, pricing and go to market tactics.
Provide contract development, negotiation and administration legal guidance to large corporate accounts, rental marketing accounts and Government Sales teams.
Provide legal guidance to Government Affairs team to help determine how proposed legislation could impact Deere’s business and propose revisions to minimize potential impact.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

Prior knowledge of, and experience with, applying antitrust, advertising, distribution, dealer protection, contract and consumer protection laws.
Prior experience counseling construction equipment and engine manufacturing businesses in antitrust compliance, product distribution, go to market tactics, and complex contract negotiation.
Technical skills to independently negotiate, draft and administer complex contracts.
Deep understanding of construction equipment and engine manufacturing businesses.

What Makes You Stand Out

Litigation experience is beneficial to help counsel business on potential risks when managing the advertising issues, dealer/distributor network and/or negotiating, administering and/or amending contracts.
Prior experience managing disputes in front of the National Advertising Division (NAD) and/or National Advertising Review Board (NARB).
Prior experience with multidistrict litigation and/or government investigations.

Education

Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and active license, in good standing, to practice law in Illinois, or ability to obtain an Illinois license.

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
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
Vacation and Holiday Pay

$166,752.00 - $250,116.00 + Benefits

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