Corporate Counsel

dormakaba International Holding AG; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k Matching plan

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses

Employee Assistance Programs

Corporate Discounts

Job summary

dormakaba International Holding AG is seeking a Corporate Counsel based in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role supports the Group Legal – Americas team by providing practical legal support across various commercial matters. The successful candidate will partner with diverse business units, ensuring clarity and effective judgment in evolving operational environments.

The position requires a J.D., 3+ years in relevant legal experience, and involves drafting agreements, offering legal guidance, and improving contract processes. A competitive salary range of $140,000–$150,000 is offered, along with numerous employee benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant legal experience in a law firm or in-house with exposure to commercial contracting.
• Experience handling complex business transactions and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Admission to at least one U.S. state bar with ability to become licensed in Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across multiple business units.
• Serve as a legal advisor providing clear guidance to business stakeholders.
• Improve contract templates and processes for efficiency.
• Support cross-functional teams with training and documentation.
• Manage outside counsel on disputes and navigate regulatory expectations.

Skills

Commercial contracting

Legal advisory

Negotiation

Contract management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

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!