Caterpillar, Inc

Division Risk & Compliance Manager

Caterpillar, Inc$159K — $238K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, Risk Management, Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, audit, finance, governance, or internal controls.
  • Experience supporting business leaders to mitigate risk while meeting objectives.
  • Ability to navigate complex business scenarios and influence outcomes in a matrixed organization.
  • Strong knowledge of financial, operational, and IT controls, including Corporate SOX requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and monitor compliance and ethics initiatives across the division.
  • Lead identification of compliance risks and opportunities for improved governance.
  • Revise procedures that support the compliance program and activities.
  • Identify compliance vulnerabilities and create corrective action plans.
  • Support compliance across various risk areas, including export controls and anti-corruption.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan including vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Career Development opportunities
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Legal and Compliance

Job Description:

As the Division Manager Risk & Compliance, you will play a critical leadership role in helping Resource Industries reinforce Our Values in Action and continue Winning The Right Way. Reporting to the Director of Risk & Compliance, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the Division CFO and division leadership team, helping identify, assess, and mitigate risks while enabling business growth and operational excellence.

This role offers significant visibility across the organization and requires strong relationship-building, communication, and influencing skills. You will partner with leaders at all levels, including Vice Presidents and Senior Vice Presidents, to drive compliance initiatives, strengthen risk management practices, and promote a culture rooted in ethics, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will bring broad experience across multiple compliance and risk disciplines and will be comfortable navigating complex business environments while balancing both strategic and operational priorities.

What You Will Do

Risk & Compliance Leadership
  • Develop, implement, and monitor compliance and ethics initiatives across the division while providing guidance to management on compliance and enterprise risk matters.
  • Lead and/or assist with the identification of compliance risks, policy adherence concerns, and opportunities to strengthen controls and governance practices.
  • Develop, initiate, and revise policies and procedures that support the division's compliance program and related activities.
  • Identify areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, develop corrective action plans, and drive sustainable solutions.
  • Support compliance efforts across a wide range of enterprise risk areas, including export controls, customs compliance, fair competition, anti-bribery and anti-corruption, information security, Data Privacy, and other compliance programs.

Strategic Business Partnership
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the Division CFO and leadership team on risk, compliance, ethics, and governance matters.
  • Influence decision-making through strong business partnerships and effective communication across multiple levels of the organization.
  • Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, Operations, Global Trade, and other business partners to proactively manage risk and drive compliance objectives.
  • Provide insights and recommendations that balance business needs with regulatory and policy requirements.

Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead and develop compliance professionals supporting the division's compliance and risk management efforts.
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to strengthen compliance processes, controls, and governance practices.
  • Support compliance awareness, education, and engagement initiatives throughout the organization.


What You Have

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, Risk Management, Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in risk management, compliance, audit, finance, governance, internal controls, or a related discipline.
  • Experience partnering with business leaders to identify and mitigate risk while supporting strategic business objectives.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform complex assignments and influence outcomes across a matrixed organization.

Risk Management & Compliance Expertise
  • Knowledge of risk management processes, tools, and techniques used to assess and control organizational risk.
  • Understanding of Audit & Compliance functions, governance practices, and compliance program management.
  • Experience evaluating and strengthening internal controls and fraud prevention practices.
  • Ability to identify emerging risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.

Leadership & Business Partnership
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to influence decisions both directly and indirectly across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong executive communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to navigate complex business environments and drive alignment among diverse stakeholder groups.

Strategic Thinking & Execution
  • Demonstrated decision-making and critical thinking abilities.
  • Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to lead multiple initiatives while managing competing priorities.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.


What Will Set You Apart
  • Experience supporting multiple compliance disciplines, including:
    • Export Controls
    • Customs Compliance
    • Fair Competition
    • Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption
    • Information Security
    • Data Privacy
  • Strong understanding of Caterpillar's Ethics & Compliance Program, Our Values in Action, and Enterprise Policies and Procedures.
  • Background in accounting or finance, including strong knowledge of financial, operational, and IT controls and Corporate SOX requirements.
  • Prior supervisory experience leading and developing teams.
  • Experience supporting large, global, matrixed organizations.
  • Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills.
  • Proven ability to build partnerships and successfully lead through influence.


What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will be a trusted business partner who effectively balances risk management with business objectives. They will be known for building strong relationships, influencing key stakeholders, and fostering a culture of ethics and compliance across the division.

They will proactively identify risks, develop practical solutions, and help leaders make informed decisions that support business growth while reinforcing Caterpillar's commitment to Winning The Right Way.

Additional Information

Location: Tucson, AZ

Additional Location: N/A

Posting Duration: 10 Business Days

Travel: 10% or less

Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Summary Pay Range:

$159,120.00 - $238,680.00

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

Posting Dates:
August 28, 2026 - September 11, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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