Director, Legal Jobs

Explore Director, Legal opportunities for experienced attorneys ready to guide business strategy, manage legal risk, and lead high-impact teams. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you discover legal leadership positions that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Legal Do?

A Director of Legal oversees an organization’s legal work and provides practical counsel to executives and business teams. Responsibilities may include negotiating and reviewing contracts, advising on regulatory requirements, managing litigation and outside counsel, supporting corporate transactions, and developing policies that help the organization operate responsibly.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Employers often seek a law degree, an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction, and substantial experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or both. Strong candidates combine legal judgment with communication, negotiation, leadership, and business skills. Depending on the employer, expertise in areas such as commercial contracts, privacy, employment, compliance, intellectual property, or corporate governance may be valuable.

Career Paths and Work Settings

Director, Legal roles are available across industries and organizations, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and professional services. The position may report to a general counsel, chief legal officer, or senior business leader, and can be a path toward broader general counsel or executive leadership responsibilities.

Find Director, Legal Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Director, Legal openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, industry, scope, and experience requirements, then focus your search on roles aligned with your legal background and leadership ambitions.

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$155K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by optimizing workflows and driving cross-functional improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality throu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$206K - $276K *

Optimize global site contracting activities for clinical trials, ensuring efficient execution and compliance. Engage cross-functional teams to enhance operational performance and align contracting str...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic direction and operational excellence for a software business, driving growth, profitability, and high-performing teams while ensuring customer satisfaction and innovation across all fun...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $194K *

Accelerate progress at external affairs and network permitting, leading a team to build strategic relationships with stakeholders, navigate regulatory environments, and drive operational excellence to...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$260K - $312K *

Elevate your career by leading Corporate FP&A initiatives in a high-growth environment. Drive strategic financial planning, forecasting, and reporting while building a robust financial infrastructure...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to build a scalable sales operations framework across the Americas, enhancing forecast accuracy and pipeline management while fostering strong relationships with field leadership and d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate within a dynamic team, driving impactful projects and solutions that enhance operational efficiency and foster growth across multiple departments. Your expertise will shape strategic initiati...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $210K *

Advance our real estate strategy by leading portfolio planning, workplace design, and data analysis. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to optimize office spaces, enhance employee e...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $265K *

Transform healthcare interoperability by leading product strategy and market growth. Leverage deep industry insights to enhance payer-provider collaboration, drive operational excellence, and oversee...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $174K *

Elevate regulatory strategies for global product approvals and compliance. Lead negotiations with authorities, manage complex projects, and drive innovative solutions to ensure successful market intro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive drug development strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure successful execution of integrated plans, manage risks, and de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $119K *

Lead the charge in transforming research into actionable insights for clients. Manage projects, build relationships, and deliver impactful recommendations in a fast-paced client service environment fo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$280K - $311K *

Optimize safety evaluations within our Drug Safety team to drive innovative strategies for monitoring and managing clinical risks, ensuring compliance and maintaining high-quality standards in pharmac...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$228K - $285K *

Shape the future of market access by leading strategic account initiatives, fostering key relationships, and driving collaboration across teams to enhance product access and reimbursement in the oncol...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Support our Legal team by managing the contract lifecycle, drafting agreements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with the Supply team to enhance contracting processes and infrastructure in a fast...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $185K *

Help us drive growth by partnering with sales and business teams to streamline complex transactions. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence revenue operations and engage directly with clie...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring project execution aligns with strategic objectives. Drive process improvements and maintain client relationships while overse...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring strategic execution and client satisfaction. Drive project success through effective communication, budget oversight, and qua...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $270K *

Drive the future of AI-powered dental care by building a revenue-driven marketing engine that shapes growth and positions the organization as a category leader across multiple market segments...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$196K - $364K *

Lead the charge in shaping employment law strategy across the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance on compliance, employee relations, and litigation management...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Lead the charge in providing innovative legal solutions as a Litigation Attorney, managing cases from inception to resolution while collaborating with a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment that...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of finance by leading FP&A, accounting, treasury, and regulatory reporting for a dynamic fintech company. Drive strategic financial narratives and build a high-performing team to scal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at strategic Federal Civilian accounts by driving growth, developing relationships, and leading capture efforts. Leverage market knowledge to identify opportunities and enhance mis...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Partner with us to provide exceptional administrative support to a VP, managing complex calendars, travel logistics, and cross-functional relationships while ensuring smooth operations and effective c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Legal do?question toggle

    A Director of Legal leads or oversees legal services for an organization, advises business leaders, manages legal risk, and may supervise attorneys or coordinate outside counsel. The exact scope varies by company and industry.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Legal jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly require a law degree, bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction, and significant legal experience. Leadership ability, business judgment, and expertise in the employer’s legal needs are also important.

  • How much do Director, Legal jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as location, industry, organization size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director, Legal jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Director, Legal openings paying $100,000 or more, and use available filters to narrow results by location, industry, and other preferences.

  • What is the difference between a Director of Legal and a General Counsel?question toggle

    A General Counsel typically serves as the organization’s top legal executive, while a Director of Legal may lead a function, team, or major area of legal work and often reports to the General Counsel. Titles and responsibilities vary by organization.