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.

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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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$180K - $220K *

Advance your career by leading legal strategies for private market transactions, managing external counsel, and collaborating with investment teams to drive successful outcomes in a dynamic, high-inte...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $281K *

Lead the charge in corporate legal strategy, managing a team to navigate complex transactions, governance, and compliance while providing strategic advice to senior leadership and enhancing operationa...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead legal and risk operations, ensuring compliance and integrity across domestic and international initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage contracts, develop policies, and support govern...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of Legal Engineering in Canada by leading a dynamic team, driving innovation, and enhancing client outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish best practices and scalable sol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$166K - $200K *

Lead the transformation of Legal Engineering on the West Coast, driving team performance and client engagement. Shape strategies, build talent, and create scalable solutions that enhance legal operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $232K *

Unlock potential by leading legal reviews for promotional and medical materials. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and provide practical guidance in a fast-paced environment, supporting pr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$267K - $400K *

Empower our commercial legal function by providing strategic legal guidance on pre-launch and market access initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and support successful product la...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $340K *

Drive legal transformation and AI innovation as a trusted advisor to executives, enhancing contracting and compliance strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product direction and acce...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our Legal and Compliance function. Lead operational improvements, manage budgets, and implement legal technology solutions in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $260K *

Transform your career by blending legal expertise with AI innovation. Partner with enterprise clients to optimize contract workflows, enhance negotiation strategies, and drive product evolution in a d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining commercial legal support across the Americas. Lead complex negotiations, manage disputes, and provide strategic legal guidance to drive business success while collaborati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$500K+*

Join a dynamic team to lead privacy legal support for a rapidly scaling global advertising business. Drive compliance and innovation by advising on data practices, embedding privacy-by-design, and fos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of advertising by leading privacy legal support for a global business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive responsible growth i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping legal strategy and governance for a dynamic global business. Drive compliance, manage risk, and provide strategic counsel across commercial and regulatory domains while coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing a sophisticated global compliance strategy that supports growth in a dynamic investment environment. Collaborate with teams across multiple locations to enhance complianc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $340K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of technology procurement, leading legal support for high-value supply agreements. As a strategic partner, you'll optimize contracts and build a procurement legal f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $340K *

Transform your career by leading legal support for engineering and technology supply chains. Negotiate high-value agreements for AI cloud infrastructure and build a robust procurement legal function a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $340K *

Optimize procurement processes by leading legal support for technology sourcing. Negotiate complex agreements for hardware, software, and services while mentoring a legal team and ensuring compliance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence by leading firmwide business functions, enhancing profitability, and fostering strategic growth across multiple offices while collaborating with executive leadership...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $240K *

Optimize contracting processes by providing legal guidance and support across departments, managing negotiations, and overseeing external counsel to ensure compliance and efficiency in agreements...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $200K *

Shape strategic labor and employment legal counsel for HR and business leaders, managing risk and supporting growth initiatives across the U.S. and Canada in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $210K *

Champion strategic labor and employment legal counsel across the Americas, guiding HR and business leaders through complex legal matters while managing risk and supporting organizational growth in a d...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by leading the sales cycle for enterprise solutions, engaging legal professionals from major law firms. Build robust relationships, manage multi-stakeholder deals, and drive revenue...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $198K *

Lead the charge in transforming legal operations by designing scalable support models, managing a dedicated team, and leveraging technology to enhance service delivery across Legal & Public Policy fun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$210K - $340K *

Transform energy procurement for cutting-edge AI infrastructure. Lead negotiations, manage contracts, and collaborate across teams to secure power and services for data centers nationwide, ensuring co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.