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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$115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a Technical Advisor, where you'll collaborate with patent attorneys to protect innovations and gain insights into intellectual property law. Ideal for eng...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$320K - $450K *

Unlock complex legal challenges and partner with investment teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks while promoting collaboration and effective solutions in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $140K *

Optimize IP operations through effective workflow management and coordination of patent processes, enhancing collaboration among legal, technical, and external teams to ensure operational efficiency a...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $188K *

Elevate your career by providing essential legal support on construction and development projects, managing external counsel, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive efficiency and compliance ac...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$218K - $233K *

Elevate your legal career by driving commercial and licensing transactions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance while supporting strategic growth initiatives in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $170K *

Unlock potential by managing and expanding relationships with consultants in healthcare to drive business growth. Cultivate partnerships, enhance market presence, and collaborate with internal teams t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance consultant relationships in healthcare. Drive business growth by cultivating partnerships, optimizing engagement strategies, and aligning internal teams to effectively posit...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by serving as the lead legal advisor for Global Regulatory Affairs, providing strategic counsel on regulatory matters throughout the product lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-fu...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$245K - $310K *

Champion innovative financing solutions as a strategic legal leader, overseeing structured finance, capital markets, and corporate law. Drive legal execution and team growth while ensuring compliance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform client operations by leading dedicated teams to ensure exceptional service delivery, fostering strong relationships, and driving business growth in a dynamic healthcare environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive client satisfaction by leading dedicated teams, managing accounts, and fostering strong relationships. Utilize metrics to enhance performance and develop new business opportunities in a dynamic...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion client satisfaction by leading dedicated teams, managing multiple accounts, and fostering strong relationships. Drive operational excellence and business growth in a dynamic healthcare enviro...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage client operations by leading dedicated teams, ensuring satisfaction through effective communication and relationship-building. Adapt to dynamic environments while driving performance metrics an...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform client operations by leading dedicated teams, ensuring satisfaction through effective communication and relationship management. Drive performance metrics and develop new business opportunit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$196K - $294K *

Unlock potential by leading the AI-driven transformation of legal operations. Drive product strategy, manage cross-functional teams, and influence executive decisions to create innovative solutions th...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $294K *

Drive innovation in legal operations by leading AI-first product strategies, managing the product lifecycle, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance enterprise-level solutions and stre...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join our dynamic legal team as you ensure regulatory compliance, manage legal risks, and drive innovation across operations. Bring your expertise to guide product and commercial teams while transformi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping legal strategies for U.S. Federal contracting. As a key advisor, you'll navigate complex agreements, ensure compliance, and support business growth in a dynamic environment...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $166K *

Join a team that's redefining media strategy for a global nonprofit. Lead integrated digital campaigns focused on performance, driving measurable outcomes and optimizing investments within a collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$173K - $276K *

Drive strategic people initiatives as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, translating business goals into effective workforce strategies. Proactively identify organizational challenges and implement...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $215K *

Transform the HR landscape by leading the People function, enhancing performance management, and fostering a culture of growth and trust in a dynamic, AI-native environment. Drive strategic initiative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping regulatory strategy for innovative medical devices. As the key regulatory authority, oversee submissions, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration to drive the success...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise contract negotiations, pricing strategies, and partnerships for an innovative AI platform. Drive commercial success while overseeing legal operations globally, e...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Optimize your career by leading enterprise data governance initiatives. Drive data quality, compliance, and AI readiness across divisions, transforming governance into a strategic business enabler whi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $135K *

Join a team where you will take ownership of market growth, lead operations, develop client relationships, and drive business performance through innovative strategies and financial acumen to ensure s...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.