Position Overview

dormakaba is seeking a Corporate Counsel based in Indianapolis, Indiana, to support our Group Legal – Americas team. Working within a small, highly collaborative legal group, this role provides practical, business‑focused legal support across a wide range of commercial matters. You will partner closely with diverse business and functional units, navigate cross border business models, and bring clarity and judgment to an evolving operational landscape. This is a broad‑scope generalist role suited for someone who enjoys variety, cross‑functional engagement, and delivering clear legal guidance that helps the business move forward.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $140,000–$150,000 (Salary determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, internal equity, and market alignment). Annual Bonus eligible. Visit our career site for more information on benefits.

What you will do

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across multiple business units, including technology‑enabled and SaaS‑related offerings


• Serve as a practical legal advisor to business stakeholders, providing clear, timely guidance that supports commercial objectives and risk‑balanced decision‑making


• Improve and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and processes to enable greater efficiency and consistency across the region


• Support cross‑functional teams through training, documentation, and day‑to‑day legal guidance on contracting workflows and operational considerations


• Partner with internal stakeholders to address issues early, manage outside counsel on disputes when needed, and help the business navigate evolving regulatory expectations

What we require

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar, with ability to become licensed in Indiana within a reasonable time


• 3+  years of relevant legal experience (law firm, in‑house, or a combination) with exposure to commercial contracting


• Experience handling all manners of complex business transactions including negotiating complex commercial agreements

What we prefer

• Prior in‑house experience supporting commercial or operational teams along with M&A activities and litigation


• Experience drafting or negotiating SaaS, software licensing, or other technology‑related agreements


• Ability to build collaborative relationships within a small legal team and across cross‑functional stakeholders


• Experience developing or improving legal processes, templates, or playbooks

What we offer

• Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options.  No waiting periods!


• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being


• Vacation and Personal Time Off


• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!


• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One


• Discover your best attributes using CliftonStrengths to pave the way for success at dormakaba


• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program


• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.


• Employee Assistance Programs


• Voluntary Legal Insurance


• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses


• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

Who we are

We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management – as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.

Work in a place where you matter – apply now!

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