Staff Attorney

Indiana University Foundation • Indianapolis, IN

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is seeking a Staff Attorney to join our Office of the General Counsel. This is an exceptional opportunity for an early-career attorney seeking a dynamic in-house role as a trusted advisor supporting one of the nation's leading university foundations. Whether you're an attorney with several years of experience or a recent graduate with meaningful and relevant internship, clerkship, or legal externship experience, this role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced in-house counsel on matters that directly support higher education, philanthropy, nonprofit operations, and public-serving initiatives. At IUF, you'll gain broad exposure to legal issues and you’ll partner with the general counsel and organizational leaders while advising on: Contracts and commercial agreements Nonprofit and charitable organization matters Risk management and compliance University-related initiatives and partnerships Policy development and governance Operational and business legal issues This role provides hands-on experience across a diverse legal portfolio while offering mentorship from seasoned in-house counsel in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in Indiana or eligible to sit for the Indiana Bar
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and negotiation skills
• Interest in nonprofit organizations, higher education, government, contracts, compliance, or business operations
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-lawyers
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong academic achievement
• Exceptional analytical and writing skills
• Genuine interest in nonprofit, public-sector, or mission-driven work
• Desire to build a long-term career as in-house counsel

Nice To Haves

• Ideally 3–5 years of legal experience in a law firm, government agency, corporate legal department, or nonprofit setting

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and legal agreements
• Conduct legal research and provide practical recommendations on organizational matters
• Advise internal stakeholders on contracts, events, operations, policies, and risk management considerations
• Assist with policy review, development, and implementation
• Support strategic initiatives that cross legal, business, and operational functions
• Serve as a legal resource to Foundation staff and university partners
• Contribute to special projects that advance the mission of the organization

Benefits

• outstanding benefits
• mental health offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level